Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant-Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); Vor Ort; USD 58.000 - 79.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant for Piedmont Geriatric Hospital. The role supports geriatric patients with established therapy plans on-site in Virginia, under supervision as required. A PTA license or eligibility in Virginia is required, with preference for geriatric/mental health experience.

Hiring range is $57,563 to $79,437 annually. Comprehensive benefits and Veterans' preferences apply. Applications via Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System.

Qualifikationen

• Must graduate from an accredited PTA associate degree program.
• Licensed or eligible to practice in Virginia as a PTA.

Aufgaben

• Provide therapy services following established treatment plans.
• Deliver interventions under direction of a licensed therapist.
• Document patient care per professional standards and facility policies.
• Participate in quality improvement and staff training.

Ausbildung

PTA associate degree

Jobbeschreibung

Title: Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant-Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

State Role Title: Therapy Assistant/Therapist I

Hiring Range: $57,563 - 79,437

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

Agency Website: https://www.pgh.dbhds.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This position will provide exceptional therapy services to geropsychiatric patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering established therapy treatment plans in accordance with the standards set by state regulations, facility policies, and departmental guidelines.

Implents established therapy treatment plans and provides therapy interventions under the direction of a licensed therapist.

Documents patient care according to professional standards, facility policies, and departmental guidelines.

Actively participates in quality improvement program development and professional growth activities including staff training.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited PTA associate degree program

Licensed or eligible to practice in Virginia as a Physical Therapy Assistant without restriction

Additional Considerations

Relevant geriatric and mental health experience preferred.

Application Requirements

Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code § 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending ("barrier") charges as listed under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.02.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at 804-766-3322 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Contact Information

Name: Tricia Wilson

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