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Job description
Physical Therapy Assistant IRF
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Physical Therapy Assistant IRF today with Research Medical Center.
Job Summary and Qualifications
This is primarily a weekend position. As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare, you'll improve the lives of patients by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. Supported by well-defined processes, caseloads that let you focus on patients, and a strong partnership with your team and supervising PTs, you'll deliver high-quality care with confidence and impact. You'll also have access to resources like educational assistance, clear paths for growth, and scheduling flexibility. Join us!
Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility
Applying physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function
Monitoring patient progress and documenting responses to ensure safe, effective care
Teaching patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs
Working closely with PTs, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance the patient experience and support a culture of excellence
What Qualifications You Will Need
Minimum education required is a Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
Current State professional license and current BLS required.
Good interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required.
Benefits
Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Worksite address
kansas city, MO, 64101, US
Who can apply
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