Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem

Select Medical; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team in Fort Thomas, KY. This role is crucial in providing compassionate care to patients recovering from critical illnesses. You will assist in delivering physical therapy services, implementing treatment plans, and training patients in the use of assistive devices. With a strong orientation program and opportunities for advancement, this position offers a rewarding career path in a supportive environment focused on exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid PTA license and BLS certification.
• Experience in patient care and therapeutic exercises is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including therapeutic exercises.
• Implement treatment goals and assist in therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Exercises

Functional Activities

Communication Skills

Education

Valid state PTA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location:Select Specialty Hospital Northern Kentucky - Fort Thomas, KY

Schedule: PRN / Per Diem / As NeededCompensation:$31.00 per Hour

Select Specialty Hospital 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 Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient 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

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans