Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRN
About The Position
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. Ideal candidates are patient-focused, mission-driven individuals who provide high-quality physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting care, and communicating patient responses to the supervising Physical Therapist. The PTA serves as an educator and advocate for patients and their families, promoting safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, supporting therapy program goals, and participating in ongoing professional development to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care.
Requirements
- Graduate (e.g., Associate) from an accredited program which meets the licensure requirements in the state of practice
- 2+ years of experience
- Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment
Nice To Haves
- Board Certification which meets rigorous standards of maintenance or certification
Responsibilities
- Implementing treatment plans
- Monitoring patient progress
- Documenting care
- Communicating patient responses to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Serving as an educator and advocate for patients and their families, promoting safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness
- Collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team
- Maintaining accurate clinical documentation
- Supporting therapy program goals
- Participating in ongoing professional development to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program
- ID theft coverage
- Colleague rewards and recognition program
- Discount program
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
