Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc.’s Spartanburg Rehabilitation Institute in Spartanburg, SC offers inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services to the Upstate region. A Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant provides essential care under supervision, contributing to individualized treatment plans and patient progress within our interdisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates hold PTA licensure, BLS/CPR certification, and 1 year of hospital patient care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a physical therapist, assists with implementing treatment plans and documents patient responses.

Skills

PTA licensure

BLS/CPR

Hospital experience

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem - Spartanburg, SC

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

Spartanburg Rehabilitation Institute in Spartanburg, South Carolina provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative care with a personal touch. Serving the Upstate region, our institute specializes in helping patients recover from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other disabling conditions through intensive therapy programs.

Our interdisciplinary team – including rehab physicians, nurses, therapists, and case managers – is passionate about patient care and works collaboratively to design individualized treatment plans for each patient’s unique goals. We offer advanced rehabilitation technologies and a supportive environment that encourages progress and healing.

Joint Commission-accredited and consistently ranked among top rehab providers, Spartanburg Rehabilitation Institute is proud to help patients rebuild their abilities and confidence on the journey to recovery.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• 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.