Physical Therapist Assistant - POET

Southern Kentucky Rehabilitation Hospital; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Advancement opportunities

401k eligibility

Supportive team

Job summary

Southern Kentucky Rehabilitation Hospital in Bowling Green, KY is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for a Per Diem position. The role offers $35.00 per hour and a $7,500 sign-on bonus, reflecting our inpatient rehabilitation setting.

Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, you will assist with therapy plan implementation and coordinate with support staff to ensure quality patient care. Minimum qualifications include PTA licensure/eligibility and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care.
• Delegate and direct supportive personnel for assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services.
• Consistently communicates with supervising PT regarding scheduled patients and needed assessments or modifications to treatment plans.
• Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.

Education

Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Southern Kentucky Rehabilitation Hospital

Joint venture between Vibra with Select Medical

Position:

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location:

Bowling Green, KY

Schedule:

Per Diem

Compensation:

$35.00 per hour

$7500.00 Sign On Bonus

Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong: Extensive 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
• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
• Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care.
• Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services.
• Consistently communicates with supervising PT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
• Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred candidate has one or more years of experience.

*Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process and are to be completed before an employee's first day of work.*