Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health®; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid time off and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Centra Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) to deliver evidence-based rehabilitation under supervision. The role emphasizes compassionate care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the supervising PT to adjust treatments for diverse patients in the Lynchburg area.

We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth, with a focus on improving patient outcomes in a brand-new 50-bed inpatient facility.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Previous experience in patient care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a PT, implement treatment plans and modify as needed.
• Identify equipment and discharge needs; review patient status.
• Assist with preparation for treatment and modalities; document according to policy.
• Communicate with the PT and support staff regarding orders.

Skills

PTA licensure

Patient care experience

BLS/ CPR

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By 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.

PRN

Your Experience Matters

Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By 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.

More About Our Team

Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is a brand-new 50 bed inpatient rehabilitation facility. We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of injuries and illnesses in a compassionate, comfortable environment.

How You'll Contribute

A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) who excels in this role:

• Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.
• Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.
• Assists the patient in the preparation for treatment/modality as necessary.
• Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.
• Communicates, collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• 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.
• Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have current state licensure as a physical therapy assistant. Additional requirements include:

• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR.

About Us

Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is a 50-bed rehabilitation hospital committed to offering exceptional care to the Lynchburg community. We are part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

Hourly rate: $48 per hour.

EEOC Statement

Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.