Open Position: PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant Rehab Acute Care

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $1783.80

Opportunity:

Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Details:

* 5x8 day shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday
* Manager may adjust schedule to Wednesday through Sunday or Tuesday through Saturday with the same hours
* Guaranteed 40 hours per week
* 16 units of treatment per day
* No float requirement and no on-call requirement
* Weekend requirement varies based on chosen schedule (Monday through Friday schedule requires no weekends)
* 3 weekend shifts per contract
* Adult and geriatric patient population
* Follow Physical Therapist's plan of care
* Patient diagnoses include orthopedics, heart and vascular, medical/surgical, strokes, generalized illness, and ICU patients (floor patients available for those not comfortable with ICU)
* 1 year minimum experience required
* Travel experience required (first-time travelers with strong specialty experience may be considered)
* Acute care hospital experience required
* Required certifications: BLS, PTA, WV License (pending state license accepted for submission but active WV license required to start)
* Charting system: Cerner (experience required)
* Scrub color: Anything except Royal Blue, Maroon, or Forest Green
* General skills required: Home exercise programs, lifting and transfer, patient and family education, safety and injury prevention, billing
* Equipment experience required: Bed alarms, call lights, crutches, gait belt, hospital bed, rolling walker, sit-to-stand lift
* Preferred equipment experience: Hoyer lift, lower extremity prosthetics, sliding boards, soft/hard collars, specialty beds, supplemental O2
* Assessment experience required: AROM/AAROM/PROM, arousal and attention, assistive devices, body mechanics, identifying environmental barriers, pain assessments, sensory response, strength testing, vital signs
* Parking garage is free for travelers

Facility:

This short-term acute care facility is a Level 1 Trauma Center and a major teaching hospital, recognized as a member of the Council of Teaching Hospitals and Health Systems (COTH). With 855 total staffed beds, the facility provides comprehensive care across a wide range of specialties including heart surgery, orthopedics, and medical services. The facility utilizes Cerner for charting and offers a supportive environment for traveling healthcare professionals.

Location:

Charleston, WV

Charleston, the capital city of West Virginia, offers a rich blend of cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community nestled along the scenic Kanawha River. The area provides easy access to stunning mountain landscapes, hiking trails, and whitewater rafting, making it an ideal destination for healthcare professionals who enjoy both urban amenities and outdoor adventures.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.