PTA Physical Therapy Assistant Outpatient 5K New Grads Welcome

Vibra Healthcare; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO plans

Dental and Vision coverage

Life insurance

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Work life balance

Job summary

Vibra Healthcare is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant for Gateway Rehab in Florence, KY. New grads welcome. Provide PT services under supervision, support documentation, and help patients regain physical or cognitive abilities toward home independence.

The team emphasizes a fast-paced, patient-centered environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration in a rehab setting that serves the local community.

Qualifications

• Active PTA license in the state of employment.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor.
• 1 year of hospital experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing services, including treatment, program planning and documentation, under supervision.
• Support department management with scheduling, mentoring, competency assessment and shift oversight.

Skills

PTA licensure

BLS certification

Professional image

Regulatory knowledge

Organizational skills

Independent decision making

Computer skills

Job description

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

We are seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team!

Gateway Rehab, located in Florence, KY is a 40 bed inpatient rehab providing rehabilitative services to people recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses. We help our patients regain their physical or cognitive abilities so they can return home at their highest level of independence. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

We are seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team!

New Grads Welcome!

Hospital Details

Gateway Rehab, located in Florence, KY is a 40 bed inpatient rehab providing rehabilitative services to people recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses. We help our patients regain their physical or cognitive abilities so they can return home at their highest level of independence. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the Physical Therapist in the provision of Physical Therapy services to patients, including treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. Functions under a Physical Therapist and per physician orders. Supports department management in various administrative/leadership duties including but not limited to, scheduling, mentoring of new staff, competency assessment, performance improvement and shift oversight.

Required Skills

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Previous Hospital experience preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

At Vibra Healthcare, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• FREE prescription plans
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet Insurance
• Group legal - provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance

At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.