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Physical Therapy Assistant / Acute PT,OT,ST Therapies / Full Time

Catawba
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Hickory, NC 28603, US

Salary

$31.25 - $37.5 per hour

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position involves implementing physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Candidates must have completed an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants and hold a current NC PTA license or equivalent.
  • No prior experience is required, but applicants with one year of experience are preferred.
  • The role offers a salary of $50,000 per year and requires proficiency in basic job aspects within three months of employment.
  • Catawba Valley Medical Center is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services in the community, with a focus on patient comfort and access to care.
Summary of Performance Expectations.
Under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist, implements physical therapy treatments.  Coordinates treatment with interdisciplinary team and helps to maximize patient outcomes.  Provides clinical information to the Licensed Physical Therapist regarding patient response to treatment and the need for adjustments to the treatment plan.

Education and Credentials:


Required
Completion of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants. Current NC PTA license or licensure from a compact state. BCLS for healthcare providers or completion of BCLS from the American Heart Association within three months of employment date.

Preferred


Work Experience:

Required
No previous experience required. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.

Preferred
One-year experience

About Catawba Valley Medical Center

COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEY

As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.

Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.

At A Glance:
  • North Carolina’s first and only 5-time Magnet recipient for nursing excellence
  • Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
  • American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center
HIGH LEVEL OF TECHNICAL CARE FROM MEDICAL EXPERTS

Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.

One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medica Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.



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