• PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

    LifePoint Health (Henderson, NC)


    *Maria Parham Health*

    Who We Are:

    People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.

    Where We Are:

    Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region’s largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water skiing and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next!

    Why Choose Us:

    • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

    • Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs

    • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

    • Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

    • Robust employee recognition and awards programs

    • And much more…

    *Position Summary*

     

    Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain physical mobility/function.

     

    *Reports to:*Physical Therapy Lead and Rehab Services Director

    *Responsibilities of the Position*

     

    Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities. Seeks consultation as necessary.

     

    Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan. Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.

     

    Documents services provided and patient response/progress.

     

    Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.

     

    Assists with patient discharge planning. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.

     

    Other duties as assigned.

     

    *Minimum Education*

     

    Associates degree is required.

     

    *Certifications/Licenses*

     

    Physical Therapy Assistant license is required.

     

    Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification with the American Heart Association is required.

     

    *Required Skills*

     

    Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

     

    *EEOC Statement*

     

    Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

     

    **Job:** **Physical Therapy*

    Organization:**

    **Title:** *PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)*

    **Location:** *NC-Henderson*

    **Requisition ID:** *7460-9855*