Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) / PRN

Select Specialty Hospital; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

Impactful patient care experience

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital in Durham, NC seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide comprehensive therapeutic support to patients recovering from serious conditions. Responsibilities include assisting in the implementation of therapeutic interventions, patient transportation, and ensuring effective rehabilitation goals are met. A valid state PTA license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required for this role. Join a dedicated team committed to making a significant impact on patients’ lives.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid state PTA license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by start date.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassionate care

Therapeutic exercises

Patient transportation

Functional activities

Education

Valid state PTA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Position

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location

Durham, NC

Schedule

PRN/Per Diem - Consistent Hours Available - Week Days Only

Compensation

$35.00 per hour

Hospital

Select Specialty Hospital - Durham 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.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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