Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - PRN

ClearSky Health; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Career Advancement

Inclusive and Supportive Culture

Work Life Balance

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

ClearSky Health in Lancaster, OH is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to join our rehabilitation hospital team. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will provide components of physical therapy, help restore function, improve mobility and reduce pain.

Requirements include current state PTA licensure, CPR/BLS, and one year of direct patient care in a rehab setting preferred. This PRN role offers day shifts and a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• One year of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapist in determining patient abilities and establishing treatment goals.
• Complete documentation of patient status/progress under supervision of PT.
• Report observations of patient performance to PT.
• Provide age-related and culturally sensitive patient care.
• Collaborate with the rehab team to ensure quality care.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team on patient needs and progress.
• Maintain therapy program areas, equipment and supplies.
• Follow safety, infection and emergency procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. So, if you're looking for a change and want to join a pioneering team, look no further. Are you a dedicated and compassionate clinician seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Look no further! Our state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Lancaster, OH is looking for a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be a vital part of our team.

What We Offer

Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!

Competitive Compensation

• 401k Matching
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Career Advancement
• Inclusive and Supportive Culture
• Work Life Balance
• Employee Recognition Program

Our passionate and team oriented Physical Therapy Assistants provide components of physical therapy procedures along with related tasks that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of our patients experiencing injuries or disease while integrating company values into daily practice under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This role is PRN and will work day shifts as needed.

Job Duties

• Assists Physical Therapist in determining patient abilities and/or limitations in establishing treatment goals and in planning appropriate physical therapy treatment.
• Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, completes documentation of patient status/progress for assigned patients.
• Reports observation of patient performance to Physical Therapist.
• Provides age-related and culturally sensitive delivery of patient care services.
• Collaborates with the patient, team members, and area staff during the rehabilitation process to ensure quality care.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary team on patient needs, treatment modifications, and progress.
• Assists in safe and efficient management and maintenance of the therapy program areas, equipment and supplies.
• Complies with quality control, safety, infection and emergency procedures consistent with hospital policy.
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification required.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift

• A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time.
• Both gross and precise motor functions.
• Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
• Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.
• Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.

We value our employee's skills, talents and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are valued, treated with dignity, respected, provided educational and training opportunities recognized and rewarded. These values are included in our competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits.

#INDLAN Authentic. Inspiring. Transformative.

ClearSky Health and our affiliated Hospitals provide high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. We value our employees' skills, talents, and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are: Valued Treated with dignity Respected Provided educational and training opportunities Recognized Rewarded.

ClearSky Health has plans to open a medical rehabilitation hospital at the location listed below. Eau Claire, WI