Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare Anchorage, AK

HCA Healthcare; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9

Education assistance

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Job summary

Alaska Regional Hospital in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed physical therapists in delivering patient-centered care. You will assist with modalities, support treatment plans, and help patients progress toward functional goals across ages.

Applicants must have an Associate's Degree in PTA and a current Alaska PTA license with BLS certification. Acute and rehabilitation experience is preferred, with a commitment to compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's Degree in PTA from an accredited program.
• Current Alaska PTA license.
• BLS or BCLS certification required.
• Acute or rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapists in administering prescribed therapy modalities.
• Work with therapists to understand treatment plans for a variety of injuries and disabilities.
• Help patients reach maximum functioning within their capabilities.
• Participate in department improvement activities.
• Provide care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

Skills

Alaska PTA License

BLS Certification

Acute & Rehab experience

Education

Associate's Degree in PTA

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant – Anchorage, AK

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Physical Therapist Assistant today with Alaska Regional Hospital.

Benefits

Alaska Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.


• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.


• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing


• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock


• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.


• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more


• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts


• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships


• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)


• Colleague recognition program


• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)


• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary and Qualifications

In this role, under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will:

• Be responsible for assisting Physical Therapists in administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician.


• Work with Physical Therapists to understand current treatment philosophy and procedures for a wide variety of injuries, diseases and disabilities.


• Assist patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.


• Participate in department improvement activities.


• Deliver appropriate care to a variety of patient populations including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric and ensure excellent care is given to all patients.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.


• Current State of Alaska Physical Therapist Assistant license.


• American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification


• Acute and Rehabilitation experience is preferred.

HCA Healthcare's Alaska Regional Hospital is known for our expertise, compassion and skills. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility. Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery.

Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home.

We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.

In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.