Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health®; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life, accident, critical illness insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement package and company match

Free gym memberships and wellness programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for the Rutherford Regional Health System in North Carolina. This full-time position involves implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient responses, and documenting progress to improve community health.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, financial protection, and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates hold an Associate's degree and necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree Required; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Licenses: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Facility Name: Rutherford Regional Health System - Outpatient
Schedule: Full-time

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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. As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 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.

Why join us

• 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: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Licenses: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of North Carolina

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."