Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN, Inpatient Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Free gym memberships

Mental health services

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team in Waukesha, Wisconsin. In this role, you'll implement patient care programs under a supervising PT, ensuring quality treatment for diverse diagnostic populations. The position offers financial growth opportunities, employee wellness programs, and professional development pathways. Ideal candidates will have a current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant and previous patient care experience. Join us in making a difference in our community.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Implement comprehensive programs using varied techniques and treatment activities.
• Identify equipment and discharge needs.
• Provide treatment to diverse diagnostic populations.

Skills

Patient care

Treatment documentation

Communication

Education

State licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Your Experience Matters

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and ProHealth Care. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapy Assistant joining our team, you are embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Schedule: PRN

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and ProHealth Care. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapy Assistant joining our team, you are embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You\'ll Contribute

A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) who excels in this role:

• Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.
• Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.
• Assists the patient in the preparation for treatment/modality as necessary.
• Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.
• Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We\'re Looking For

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR.

EEOC Statement

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.