Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem Days

Select Medical; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital- TriCities in Bristol, Tennessee is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for PRN day shifts. Compensation starts at $35.00/hr with a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

The hospital emphasizes a strong orientation, potential for full-time advancement, and benefits with 401k eligibility after 1,000 hours. The PTA will support PT services, execute treatment plans, assist with therapeutic interventions, and train patients in mobility using devices, contributing to high-quality

Qualifications

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

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 to meet long-term goals (strengthening, balance, posture, endurance, community re-entry).
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices.

Education

PTA license (State PTA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Bristol,Tennessee37620

Schedule: PRN DaysCompensation: $35.00/hr

Sign-on bonus: $3000

Select Specialty Hospital- TriCities 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