Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - PRN Days | Texarkana LTACH

About the role

Hiring PRN Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) with a flexible schedule to suit your lifestyle. The PTA will join PAM Health’s team caring for a diverse patient population, primarily in inpatient hospital settings. Under the direction of a Physical Therapist, the PTA is responsible for direct patient care, planning and implementing treatment programs according to Physical Therapy principles, and contributing to service development across multiple facilities.

PAM Health operates over 80 hospital locations nationwide and employs more than 11,000 people, delivering compassionate care to chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended hospital care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Plan and implement individualized treatment programs for patients.
• Apply the principles and practices of Physical Therapy within the PAM Health system.
• Participate in the further development of PT services.
• Adapt to the needs of the system by working in various facilities as required.

Requirements

• Current PTA license in the state where the hospital or clinic is located.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of clinical experience preferred (inpatient hospital experience desirable).