Acute Care PTA – Rehab Team Champion

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The WakeMed Health & Hospitals Physical Therapy Department seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care in the acute care setting. You will implement non-evaluative treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provide age-appropriate direct care, and may supervise students as part of WakeMed's rehab continuum.

Experience in acute care and a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based practice are valued as part of our multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• 1 year clinical experience in physical therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing acute care patient care under supervision.
• Implement non-evaluative treatment programs established by the physical therapist.
• Provide age-specific direct patient care.
• May supervise students and cover other areas in the WakeMed Rehab continuum.

Education

Associate's Degree Physical Therapy

Job description

The WakeMed Health & Hospitals Physical Therapy Department seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care in the acute care setting. You will implement non-evaluative treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provide age-appropriate direct care, and may supervise students as part of WakeMed's rehab continuum.

Experience in acute care and a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based practice are valued as part of our multidisciplinary team