Physical Therapy Asst- Inpatient Rehab

About the role

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is responsible for carrying out a treatment program as outlined by a Physical Therapist. The PTA's role is to collaborate with the Physical Therapist in implementing a program that promotes maximum functional mobility and provides quality rehabilitative services. The PTA plays an integral role in the healthcare team while contributing skilled services and acting as a resource for other clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a treatment program as outlined by a Physical Therapist
• Collaborate with the Physical Therapist in implementing a program that promotes maximum functional mobility
• Provide quality rehabilitative services
• Contribute skilled services to the healthcare team
• Act as a resource for other clinical staff
• Carry out duties and responsibilities with empathy and compassion toward patients and their families, as well as toward co-workers

Requirements

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), or equivalent
• Licensed or eligible for licensure by the state of North Carolina
• The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the staff member’s assigned unit
• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to the patient’s age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's departmental policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Robust benefits package for full-time employees

Pay

Sign on bonus of $10,000.00 for qualified, full time candidates

Relocation up to $7,000.00 for full time candidates per HR guidelines

Schedule

Full time position