Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and loan assistance

Gym memberships and wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® in Wilson, North Carolina, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team on a PRN, Days schedule. You will implement treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and document services provided. Your role is vital in helping us achieve our mission of making communities healthier.

A successful candidate will have an Associate's degree, BLS certification, and a Physical Therapy Assistant license in NC. We offer comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Physical Therapy Assistant license in NC required.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising therapist.
• Monitor patient's responses to treatment.
• Document services provided and patient progress.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Effective communication in English

Education

Associate's degree

Graduate of a Program in Discipline

Job description

Schedule: PRN, Days

As a Physical Therapist Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. 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

• Implement treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan.
• Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Assists with patient discharge planning.
• Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• 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

• Education: Associate's degree required; graduate of a Program in Discipline required.
• Certifications: BLS certification.
• License: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of NC.
• Experience: One year of experience preferred.
• Skills and Abilities: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

EEOC Statement

Wilson Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wilson Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.