Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant – Acute Rehab

Position Overview

Join the rehabilitation team at the facility to deliver patient-centered care across inpatient and outpatient settings. You'll work with patients managing orthopedic, post-surgical, neurological, and trauma-related conditions, including cardiac and medical-surgical cases.

Shift & Schedule

• 8-hour days, Sunday–Thursday
• 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 13-week contract
• 40 guaranteed hours per week

Clinical Scope

Inpatient: Patient loads up to 13 per day; focus on post-acute rehabilitation for ortho, post-surgical, neuro, trauma, and cardiac patients.

Outpatient: Up to 9 patients per day; primarily orthopedic and neurological cases.

Rehab Unit: Variable patient census; neurological, spinal cord injury, and trauma specialties.

Rehabilitation aides (typically 2) support the team with hands-on assistance.

Requirements

• Current state physical therapy license
• BLS certification
• One year of clinical experience (inpatient experience considered favorably; travel and trauma experience preferred)
• Ability to float between assigned and other areas as needed

Orientation & Logistics

• 1.5 days of department-specific orientation
• System training provided as needed
• Professional dress: maroon polo shirt, dark pants, closed-toed shoes; lab coat optional

Contract Terms

Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts during a 13-week assignment.