Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) / PRN, Per Diem

Select Medical; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a critical illness recovery hospital where you will play a vital role in assisting patients on their path to recovery. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will implement treatment goals and assist in therapeutic interventions, ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment dedicated to patient recovery and rehabilitation. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply and become part of an inclusive team that values diversity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license and BLS certification are required.
• Experience in delivering physical therapy services is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services and therapeutic exercises.
• Train patients in locomotion using assistive devices.

Skills

Therapeutic Exercises

Patient Training

Posture Training

Balance Exercises

Coordination Exercises

Education

Valid State PTA License

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Overview

Select Specialty Hospital- Durham

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital located inside of Duke Regional

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

PRN/Per Diem/As Needed

Pay: $35.00 per hour

At Select Specialty/Regency Hospitals, a division of Select Medical, we care for chronically and critically ill or post-ICU patients who require extended hospital care.

Responsibilities

You will assist directly and indirectly with the delivery of Physical Therapy services to include transportation, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities as outlined by treatment plan and in accordance with state practice guidelines.

• Implementing treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the Physical Therapist (PT).
• Assisting the PT in carrying out the following therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long term goals: Posture training, strengthening exercise, endurance/cardiac training, balance exercises, coordination exercises, joint mobility and muscle lengthening, pain relief, functional skills training and community re-entry training.
• Training patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Demonstrating use of gait, belt, and safety awareness, as well as demonstrating proper guarding techniques.
• Ordering and instructing patients in the use of prescribed equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Valid state PTA license required.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.

Additional Data

We'd love for you to join the team!

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.