Physical Therapy Assistant
Mayfield, KY 
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Posted 11 days ago
Job Description
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Description

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107 all private bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility. From emergent to elective, our facility offers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including those offered at the New Beginnings Birthing Center, the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center and our accredited chest pain center.

Where We Are:

Mayfield is located in stunning western Kentucky, just a short drive to Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. Here you find there is always something for all ages, whether it's outdoor sports and recreation, visual and dramatic arts, or even living history.

Why Choose Us:

    • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
    • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
    • Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
    • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
    • Excellent shift differentials, bonus potential for extra shifts, employee referral program
    • Professional development opportunities including 100% reimbursement for LPN-to-RN bridge program
    • And much more...

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision of the Physical Therapist, provides direct patient care to individuals with physical disabilities and/or functional limitations in the outpatient and inpatient units. Assists patients in exercises and use of wheelchairs and other devices, and documents patient progress. Educates patients and families in appropriate physical therapy methods.

Qualifications

Education -

Associates Degree - Required

Graduate of Program Discipline - Required

Certifications -

PTA Licensure with the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy - Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required

Job Physical Therapy
Primary Location Kentucky-Mayfield
Schedule Full-time
Work Schedule Day shift, 7-10 hr/shift, rotate weekends

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
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