Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant

Healthworks • Morgantown, WV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

HealthWorks, in partnership with MonHealth, is seeking a full-time, West Virginia-licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our inpatient acute care team at our 188-bed hospital in Morgantown, WV. Immediate hire available. Previous acute care experience is preferred, but new graduate PTAs are encouraged to apply. You can start on a temporary WV PTA license. This is an excellent opportunity to join a large, collaborative, multidisciplinary team and work with adult and geriatric populations in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Requirements

• College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
• Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
• Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
• CPR certification

Nice To Haves

• Previous acute care experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
• Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
• Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.
• Treat adult and geriatric patients in an inpatient acute care setting
• Collaborate with therapists, physicians, and interdisciplinary staff
• Assist with patient evaluation, treatment implementation, and discharge planning

Benefits

• Mentorship and orientation programs
• Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Generous PTO
• Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans
• Life and disability protection
• Student loan repayment program
• Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees