Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is hiring a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for its new 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility in Lynchburg. Under the guidance of a supervising physical therapist, the PTA gathers pertinent information and implements comprehensive treatment programs using varied techniques and activities. The PTA reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs, identifies equipment and discharge needs, and takes precautions appropriate to each patient's injury or diagnosis. The role also assists patients in preparing for treatment or modalities, provides treatment across diverse diagnostic populations, completes documentation in accordance with hospital policy and the State Practice Act, and communicates and collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT. The position pays $48 per hour.
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 a supervising PT, acquire pertinent information and implement comprehensive programs using varied techniques and treatment activities.
- Review and modify treatment in response to changing patient needs.
- Identify equipment and discharge needs.
- Observe necessary precautions based on the patient's injury or diagnosis, including 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 insurance.
- Paid family leave and paid time off.
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) retirement package with company match.
- Mental, physical, and financial 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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