Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) / PRN

Select Medical; Atlanta (GA); Vor Ort; USD 47.000 - 63.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Select Medical's Midtown Atlanta location is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a PRN/Per Diem/As Needed weekday schedule. The role offers compensation of $40.00 per hour.

The position supports inpatient post-ICU care at the Select Specialty Hospital – Midtown Atlanta, with opportunities for orientation and potential advancement. Responsibilities include assisting with PT services, implementing PT plans, and aiding patients in mobility and functional tasks.

Qualifikationen

• Valid state PTA license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by start date.

Aufgaben

• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT).
• Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long‑term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re‑entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices.

Kenntnisse

PTA license

BLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Midtown Atlanta, GA

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem/As Needed - Week Days Only

Compensation: $40.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Midtown Atlantais a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities
• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT)
• Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long‑term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re‑entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.