Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), ARU
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Job Location:
Sierra Vista, AZ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Facility Name: Canyon Vista Medical Center
Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Job Type: Nonexempt Fulltime
Schedule: Acute Rehabilitation (ARU) M-F Weekend Rotation (unit specific) Holiday Rotation
Sign-on Bonus $ 10000.00
Your experience matters
More about our team
Canyon Vista Medical Center is located in the beautiful high desert of southeastern Arizona committed to serve residents in Sierra Vista Ft. Huachuca Cochise County a population of more than 131000 people and our surrounding communities. Were comfortably nestled in the San Pedro River Valley 75 miles southeast of Tucson. Canyon Vista Medical Center was founded in 1963 as Western Baptist Osteopathic Hospital on what was then the eastern edge of Sierra Vista. Growth and advancing technology dictated building our new 177000 square foot hospital at 5700 E Hwy 90 completed in 2015.
How youll contribute
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to support patients across acute hospital acute rehabilitation inpatient medicalsurgical and outpatient settings. This role assists in restoring function improving mobility and promoting independence by implementing treatment plans guiding mobility and exercise activities and monitoring patient response to therapy. The PTA ensures accurate and timely documentation maintains a safe and organized treatment environment and collaborates effectively with the interdisciplinary team to support highquality patientcentered care. Additional responsibilities include communicating progress to the supervising PT and performing other duties as assigned.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What were looking for
Applicants should have
- Associates degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Current PTA license in state of practice.
- Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
- Rehab or acute care experience preferred.
Connect with our Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application or have questions Please contactBrandi Walton Talent Acquisition Recruiter at . OrClick Here toschedule a time to discuss your career interests with Lifepoint Health!
More about
Canyon Vista Medical Centeris a 100 bed hospitalthat has been offering exceptional care to the Sierra Vista Ft. Huachuca Cochise community since 1963. Licensed by Medicare the State of Arizona and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations Canyon Vista Medical Center sets the standard for excellence in health care in southeastern Arizona.
Canyon Vista Medical Center (CVMC) has earned The Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Associations Heart-Check mark for the Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification.
Canyon Vista Medical Center (CVMC) is proud to announce that its Advanced Wound Care Center has been recognized with five national awards from Healogics the nations largest provider of advanced wound care services. Benchmarked against 650 clinics nationwide the center received the Center of Distinction Robert A. Warriner III M.D. Clinical Excellence Award Presidents Circle Award and the 2024 Center of the Year AwardHealogics highest honor.
Canyon Vista Medical Center (CVMC) received an A Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. This national distinction celebrates CVMCs achievements in protecting hospital patients from preventable harm and errors.
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitationis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Lifepoint Rehabilitationis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Patient Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical office experience
- Office Experience
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Front Desk
- Teaching
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
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