Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant — Post-ICU Rehab Impact

Select Medical; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation

Advancement opportunities

401k eligibility

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Dallas Downtown (DeSoto) is 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. The PTA will contribute to compassionate, excellent treatment under supervision.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant you will implement the therapy plan of care, coordinate with staff, educate patients and families, and support a multidisciplinary team dedicated to

Qualifications

• Licensed PTA or eligible.
• BLS certification completed within 90 days of employment.
• Preferred: 1+ year of PTA experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of the therapy plan of care under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Delegate and direct supportive personnel to enhance patient care services.
• Communicate with supervising PT regarding patient needs, reassessment, and plan modifications.
• Educate patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
• Perform other professional duties within the scope of practice.

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant license/eligibility

BLS certification

Job description

Select Specialty Hospital - Dallas Downtown (DeSoto) is 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. The PTA will contribute to compassionate, excellent treatment under supervision.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant you will implement the therapy plan of care, coordinate with staff, educate patients and families, and support a multidisciplinary team dedicated to