Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) / PRN

Select Medical; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Physical Therapy Assistant, where your compassionate care will make a significant impact on patients' recovery journeys. This role offers an extensive orientation program to ensure your success and opportunities for advancement based on your dedication and skills. Be part of a dedicated team committed to exceptional patient care in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license required.
• BLS certification needed by start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical therapy services including exercises and activities.
• Implement treatment goals and plans set by the physical therapist.
• Train patients in locomotion using assistive devices.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Exercises

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant License

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Macon, GA

Open Interviews every other Monday in April and May from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.! Schedule your time with our team here!

Regency Hospital - Macon 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

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.