Physical Therapy Assistant: Post-ICU Rehab & Growth Opportunities

Select Medical; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Tuition reimbursement

Clinical ladder

Student debt benefit

Medical plan

PTO

401(k) plan

Life & disability

Job summary

Select Medical's Select Specialty Hospital Durham is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to contribute to inpatient post-ICU recovery. Based on Duke Regional Hospital, this full-time role offers a strong orientation, competitive compensation, and opportunities to advance.

You will assist PT services, carry out treatment plans, train patients in mobility and functional activities, and support a clinical ladder, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT).
• Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions to meet long-term goals (strengthening, balance, mobility, endurance, functional skills).
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices.

Skills

PTA license

BLS certification

Job description

Select Medical's Select Specialty Hospital Durham is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to contribute to inpatient post-ICU recovery. Based on Duke Regional Hospital, this full-time role offers a strong orientation, competitive compensation, and opportunities to advance.

You will assist PT services, carry out treatment plans, train patients in mobility and functional activities, and support a clinical ladder, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits.