Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem/PRN

SSM Health; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

SSM Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join their team in Alexandria, VA. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in patient recovery through extensive orientation and advancement potential. The PTA will assist in therapy services, support treatment goals, and train patients in mobility techniques, ensuring compassionate patient care. Join a dedicated healthcare team driven to provide excellent service to patients in recovery.

Benefits

Extensive PTA orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services.
• Implement treatment goals and plans from the physical therapist.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics or assistive devices.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Exercises

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Valid state PTA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Alexandria, VA

Schedule: PRN/ Per DiemCompensation: $36 per hour

Inova 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