Acute Care PTA: Mobilize & Restore Patient Mobility

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Wellness program

Parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Employee assistance program

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our acute care therapy team. Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, you will administer therapy and ensure patient safety, documentation, and compliance with professional standards.

This role may include work across Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation and Outpatient settings, with opportunities to train students and interns while contributing to early mobilization and functional restoration.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Physical Therapy Program required.
• Currently licensed, eligible to be licensed or having a temporary license as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) according to Alabama Board of Physical Therapy rules.
• Currently CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatment under the direction of a Physical Therapist, following established professional standards and ensuring patient safety.
• Complete patient-related documentation in a timely and accurate manner to meet professional and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in clinical training of students and interns.
• Work in Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation and/or Outpatient areas as assigned.

Job description

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our acute care therapy team. Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, you will administer therapy and ensure patient safety, documentation, and compliance with professional standards.

This role may include work across Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation and Outpatient settings, with opportunities to train students and interns while contributing to early mobilization and functional restoration.