Physical Therapist Assistant/PTA/Part-Time/Acute

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina in Florence, SC is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement patient care programs and supervise PTA students. The ideal candidate must have graduated from an accredited program and have the necessary licensure.

This role involves working with diverse patient populations across various diagnoses. Candidates should possess current basic life support certification. This is a part-time position with a strong emphasis on patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a 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 required.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy programs for patients of various age groups.
• Supervise PTA students and provide clinical education experiences.

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Job Summary

Opportunity for a Physical Therapist Assistant/Part-Time) PTA Acute at MUSC/Florence, SC.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant I 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 diagnoses 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.

Experience

None.

Certification/Licensure

Licensure as a 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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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