Physical Therapist Assistant Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Midlands Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Elgin, South Carolina, part of Ernest Health, Inc., seeks a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to support inpatient rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other conditions. You will work under a supervising physical therapist to implement treatment plans and monitor patient progress.

The position requires PTA licensure and CPR certification, with one year of hospital-based

Qualifications

• Must have current PTA licensure.
• CPR certification required.
• One year of hospital-based patient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and treatment costs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a physical therapist, implement treatment plans for patients.
• Perform components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks.
• Record patients' responses to treatment and report outcomes to the PT.
• Support the hospital's mission and guiding principles in daily practice.

Skills

PTA License

CPR Certification

Clinical operations knowledge

Leadership

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem - Columbia/Elgin, SC

We are seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

Midlands Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Elgin, South Carolina serves the greater Columbia area with high-quality inpatient rehabilitative care. We provide specialized rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, amputations, orthopedic injuries, and other debilitating conditions. Our passionate team of rehabilitation physicians, nurses, and therapists works together to deliver individualized treatment plans – including intensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy – to help patients rebuild strength and independence. In our nurturing, state-of-the-art facility, patients benefit from the latest rehab technologies and a supportive atmosphere. Joint Commission-accredited and part of an award-winning network, Midlands Regional Rehabilitation Hospital takes pride in helping patients achieve meaningful recovery close to home.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.