Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is hiring a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for its 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility. Under the guidance of a supervising physical therapist, the PTA gathers relevant patient information and implements treatment programs using varied techniques and activities. The role includes adapting treatment to changing patient needs, identifying equipment and discharge needs, observing appropriate precautions based on each patient's injury or diagnosis, preparing patients for treatment or modalities, and providing care to diverse diagnostic populations. The PTA completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and the State Practice Act and communicates and collaborates with support personnel about treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT. The stated hourly rate is $48.
Requirements
- Current state licensure as a physical therapy assistant.
- Current BLS/CPR.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in the care of patients.
Responsibilities
- Under the guidance of the supervising PT, acquire pertinent information and implement comprehensive treatment programs using varied techniques and activities.
- Review and modify treatment in response to changing patient needs.
- Identify equipment and discharge needs.
- Observe the patient's injury or diagnosis and take necessary precautions, including monitoring for indications and contraindications.
- Assist patients with preparation for treatment or modalities as necessary.
- Provide treatment to diverse diagnostic populations.
- Complete supporting documentation according to hospital policy and the State Practice Act.
- Communicate and collaborate with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT.
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid family leave and paid time off.
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) retirement package with company match.
- Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- Brand-new hospital with cutting-edge equipment and technology.
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