Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem

Ernest Health • Corpus Christi, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join its patient-care team in Corpus Christi, Texas. The hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from disabling medical events and medically complex illnesses, using personalized therapy programs in a modern setting with private rooms and equipped therapy areas. As part of the Ernest Health network, the hospital offers employee recognition, wellness, and retention programs.

Requirements

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification from an approved vendor.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Understand treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrate competency in providing care according to established standards.
• Apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

• One year of direct patient-care experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a physical therapist, help implement treatment plans with patients.
• Perform components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist.
• Record patients’ responses to treatment and report treatment outcomes to the physical therapist.
• Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives.
• Employee recognition, wellness, and retention programs.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed