Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Select Medical•New Orleans, LA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. We offer an extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting. There is an opportunity for advancement, as demonstrating skills and dedication could lead to potential full-time opportunities. We foster well-being by offering benefits that support the financial, work/life, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families. Part-time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Requirements

Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care.
Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services.
Consistently communicates with supervising PT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.