Physical Therapy Assistant

Universal Health Services; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Stock plan discounts

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) at Hitchcock Inpatient Rehab, located within Aiken Regional Medical Centers in Aiken, South Carolina. The PTA will support the physical therapist in outpatient settings to progress mobility and return to function for diverse patients.

Requires an Associate's Degree in PTA, SC license, and BLS. Prior acute care experience preferred; strong communication and documentation skills are essential for discharge planning and

Qualifications

• PTA degree from an accredited program.
• Current SC license and BLS.
• 1 year experience in acute care preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plan under supervision.
• Provide patient and family education for discharge.
• Participate in committees and task forces as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation in charts.
• Update supervising therapist on patient status.
• Assist other departments during staffing shortages.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical competence

Documentation

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Responsibilities

Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

Hitchcock Inpatient Rehab at Aiken Regional Medical Centers is consistently among the top performers in the CSRA, UHS facilities, and the country. Through strong interdisciplinary communication and cooperation, the Physical Therapist will assist in progression of mobility-related tasks to facilitate a comprehensive return to function for a variety of patients.

Aiken Regional Medical Centers, located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a 273-bed acute care facility providing top quality and safe healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities since 1917. Aiken Regional Medical Centers has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the American Heart Association for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and Stroke, and most recently, coronary artery disease.

Additionally, Aiken Regional provides comprehensive healthcare services such as behavioral health (Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health), emergency medical care (main hospital and ER at Sweetwater), orthopedic surgeries, maternity, rehabilitation services(Hitchcock Rehabilitation Services), imaging, and wound care.

Position Description:

To provide Physical Therapy services to patients under the supervision of the physical therapist in the adult outpatient setting in accordance with facility policy, standards, and philosophy.

Job Duties:

• Implements treatment plan in accordance with methods, techniques, modalities, procedures, and supervisory guidelines.
• Appropriately provide patient and family education in preparation for discharge.
• Actively participates in committees and task forces as appropriate.
• Meets documentation standards with patient charts.
• Charge accurately and appropriately for services rendered.
• Perform thorough and efficient chart review to prepare for patient care.
• Positive and professional communication with interdisciplinary team members.
• Timely and cost effective delivery of services.
• Displays excellent customer services skills.
• Update supervising therapist on patient status.
• Ensures that patients treatments follow supervisory regulations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Assist other departments during staffing shortages.

Benefit Highlights

• Sign On Bonuses for select positions
• Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months
• Culture of Excellence - Employee Recognition program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Clinical Nursing Ladder opportunities
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing program
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

Education:

Degree from an accredited PTA program (Associate's Degree).

Work Experience:

Prefer 1 year experience in acute care setting; but not required.

Required Licenses:

Current SC license and BLS.

Required Skills:

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Effective interpersonal skills. Clinical competence. Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessments by the facility.

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