PTA Physical Therapy Assistant Outpatient 5K New Grads Welcome
About The Position
Vibra Healthcare is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant to join its team at Gateway Rehab in Florence, Kentucky. New graduates are welcome. Gateway Rehab is a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving people recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses, helping them regain physical or cognitive abilities and return home with greater independence. The hospital describes its environment as fast-paced and friendly, with opportunities to get to know patients and their families. The Physical Therapy Assistant supports the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy services, including treatment, program planning and implementation, documentation, and communication. The role works under a Physical Therapist and according to physician orders. It also supports department management with administrative and leadership duties, which may include scheduling, mentoring new staff, competency assessment, performance improvement, and shift oversight.
Requirements
- Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of employment.
- Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor.
- Ability to project a professional image.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
- Strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
- Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience preferred.
- Previous hospital experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy services to patients.
- Support treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication.
- Work under a Physical Therapist and according to physician orders.
- Support department management with administrative and leadership duties, including scheduling, mentoring new staff, competency assessment, performance improvement, and shift oversight.
Benefits
- Medical PPO high- and low-deductible plans, HSA options, and HMO options in some markets
- Free prescription plans
- Dental and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Flexible Spending plans
- 401(k) matching
- Additional critical illness, accident, and hospital plans
- Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, and other items
- Pet insurance
- Group legal assistance for personal legal matters
- Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
- Work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
