Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for Rutherford Regional Health System in North Carolina. This role emphasizes patient well-being and involves implementing treatment plans, monitoring progress, and educating patients and caregivers. Lifepoint values its employees, offering robust wellness programs and opportunities for professional development. The candidate must hold an Associate's degree and be licensed in North Carolina. Join a mission dedicated to improving health in communities!

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising therapist.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment plans and document progress.
• Educate patients and caregivers about patient deficits.

Skills

Implementation of treatment plans

Patient monitoring

Effective communication

Patient education

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Facility Name: Rutherford Regional Health System - Outpatient

Schedule: PRN

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

• Implement treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Seek consultation as necessary.
• Monitor patient's responses to the treatment plan.
• Regularly communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• Document services provided and patient response/progress.
• Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Assist with patient discharge planning.
• Provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers

• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive Pay Rates.
• Superior Quality Patient Outcomes.
• Supportive Leadership and Culture.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Associate's degree required; graduate of a program in discipline required.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Licenses: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of North Carolina.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.