Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Full-Time / $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Select Medical; Central of Georgia Junction (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join their team. This role is vital in delivering compassionate and effective therapy to patients recovering from critical illnesses. With a focus on extensive training and development, the PTA will assist in implementing treatment plans and improving patient mobility. The organization offers a supportive environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those passionate about patient care and rehabilitation. Join a team committed to excellence and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education opportunities

Clinical ladder program

Student debt benefit program

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Generous PTO

401(K) with company match

Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license required.
• BLS certification needed by start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical therapy services including exercises and activities.
• Implement treatment goals and plans established by the PT.
• Train patients in locomotion using assistive devices.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Exercises

Communication Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

Valid state PTA license

Job description

Overview

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Macon, GA

Schedule: Full-TimeSign-On Bonus: $5,000

Open Interviews every other Monday in April and May from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.! Schedule your time with our team here!

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Regency Hospital - Macon is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive and thorough Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement, and continuing education opportunities.
• Elevate Your Skills: Clinical ladder program.
• Ease the Burden: Student debt benefit program.
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive insurance coverage, health, dental, vision, life insurance. Generous PTO and 401(K) with company match.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 nationwide committed to providing exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the 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 designed to meet the patients’ long-term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re-entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.