Physical Therapist Assistant/PTA (Black River Medical Center)

Medical University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their dynamic rehab team. In this full-time role, you will provide optimal patient care by implementing tailored physical therapy programs across various age groups and conditions. You will work under the supervision of experienced physical therapists, gaining valuable hands-on experience while contributing to a supportive and patient-centered environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while working in a collaborative team atmosphere. If you are passionate about helping others and eager to grow in your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program required.
• Less than one year experience as a physical therapy assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy programs based on patient needs.
• Supervise PTA students and provide clinical education experiences.

Skills

Patient Care

Physical Therapy Techniques

Communication Skills

Supervision

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC/Black River (Cades, SC) is seeking a full-time PTA to join their rehab team!

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004296 BLR - Therapy - Physical Kingstree (BRMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-04

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant II reports to the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant II provides optimal patient care by implementing a physical therapy program to individuals based upon age-specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient/family directed approach. Under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist I, II, or III, functions as a staff physical therapist assistant. Supervises PTA students and provides clinical education experiences.

Patient populations served: infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric for a variety of diagnosis to include but not limited to: neurologic, orthopedic, post-surgical, pediatric, medically complex, inpatient or outpatient throughout the hospital system.

Education: Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program, less than one year experience as a physical therapy assistant.

Licensure:

• Physical Therapy Assistant by the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical demands: NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 1) Continuous C – 6-8 hours per shift; 2) Frequent F – 2-6 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent I– 0-2 hours per shift. Ability to perform job functions while standing (C), sitting (C), walking (C), climbing stairs (I), working indoors (C), outdoors in temperature extremes (I), from elevated areas (F), in confined/cramped spaces (F), from kneeling positions (I), bending at the waist (C), twisting at the waist (F), squatting (F), performing “pinching” operations (F), gross motor activities with fingers and hands (C), firm grasping (C), fine manipulation (C), reaching overhead (F), performing repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (C), fully using both legs (C), using lower extremities for balance and coordination (F), reaching in all directions (C), lifting and carrying 50 lbs. unassisted (I), lifting/lowering objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted (I), lifting from 36” to overhead 25 lbs (I), exerting up to 50 lbs. of force (F).

Additional Job Description

MUSC Health Black River Medical Center supports a patient-and family-centered approach to care. Family members are not considered visitors to a loved one who is hospitalized. They are key participants in support, decision-making, and care. We do not have visiting hour restrictions and two people are always welcome at the bedside 24 hours a day.

• 63,500 square feet
• 25 inpatient beds
• Five observation beds
• Two operating rooms
• 16 emergency treatment areas
• CT scanner
• MRI
• Nuclear medicine
• Mammography
• General radiology department
• Laboratory, respiratory, pharmacy and other ancillary services

About Black River (Cades, SC): Originally named Camp Ridge, it changed to Cades when the post office was established in 1887. The community was named after C. W. Cades, an early postmaster, or possibly after early postmaster Vernal Glenn Arnette's (1885-1974) grandfather, Cade Arnette (1823-1864).

Benefits
MUSC is a state facility; therefore, our full-time positions come with the option of the State of South Carolina health and retirement benefits.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit, and business need.

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