Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), PRN
About The Position
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) IRF Job Type: PRN Hourly Wage: $35.00 Your experience matters At Anderson Rehabilitation Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you’ll contribute A Physical Therapist Assistance who excels in this role will: Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions Assists the patient in the preparation for treatment/modality as necessary Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT Applies the physical agents, therapeutic exercises or gait-training activates as outlined by the licensed PT, in the patient POC. Progresses patients in an appropriate manner when deemed necessary by the PT Other duties as assigned What we offer Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Qualifications and requirements: Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant Previous experience in the care of patients preferred Current BLS/CPR About us Anderson Rehabilitation Hospital is a hospital located in Edwardsville, Illinois, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters. EEOC Statement “Anderson Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Anderson Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.” Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Requirements
- Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant
- Current BLS/CPR
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in the care of patients preferred
Responsibilities
- Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs
- Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions
- Assists the patient in the preparation for treatment/modality as necessary
- Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act
- Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT
- Applies the physical agents, therapeutic exercises or gait-training activates as outlined by the licensed PT, in the patient POC. Progresses patients in an appropriate manner when deemed necessary by the PT
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance
- Loan assistance
- 401(k) retirement package and company match
- Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs)
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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