Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem

Select Medical; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

401k eligibility

Benefits package

Per diem/Part-time

Job summary

Regency Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Oregon, OH for per diem coverage. The role supports the PT with delivery of services and patient progression toward long-term goals, including mobility training and use of assistive devices.

A strong orientation program and potential for future full-time opportunities are highlighted in the posting. The position requires a valid PTA license and BLS certification by start date.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

PTA licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Oregon, OH

Schedule: Per Diem/Coverage As NeededCompensation: $37.00 Per Hour

*This position requires the ability to pick up shifts at both our Sylvania and Oregon locations, as needed.

Regency 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 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
• Foster Well-being:We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• 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