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Select Employment Services (Regency Hospitals) Physical Therapist Assistant/291050/Georgia in Macon, Georgia
This Position is for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with a company located in Macon,Ga.
Job Summuary: We are looking for valued Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) who will be Champions of the Select Medical Way, which includes putting the patient first, helping to improve quality of life for the community in which you live and work, continuing to develop and explore new ideas, providing high-quality care and doing well by doing what is right. You will assist directly and indirectly with the delivery of Physical Therapy services to include transportation, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities as outlined by treatment plan and in accordance with state practice guidelines.
Duties and Responsibilities: Implementing treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the Physical Therapist (PT). Assisting the PT in carrying out the following therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients' long term goals: Posture training, strengthening exercise, endurance/cardiac training, balance exercises, coordination exercises, joint mobility and muscle lengthening, pain relief, functional skills training and community re-entry training. Training patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs. Demonstrating use of gait, belt, and safety awareness, as well as demonstrating proper guarding techniques. Ordering and instructing patients in the use of prescribed equipment.
Education and Qualifications: You will demonstrate an understanding of patient needs, ensuring that each patient feels informed and understood, as well as heard. You are passionate about providing a superior quality of care. You are an inventive problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment. Valid state PTA license required. Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
Benefits: Select Medical strives to provide our employees with work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and fulfilling lives beyond our doors. The opportunity to care for complex, critically ill patients.
An extensive and thorough orientation program. Work jointly with an interdisciplinary team, consisting of registered nurses, physical and occupational therapists, speech language pathologists and physicians to assist patients in regaining their independence. Develop collaborative relationships with patients and their families. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID). Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage. A 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Short and Long Term Disability. Personal and Family Medical Leave.
AAP/EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled