Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Full-time

Overview Position Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Full-time Location Select Specialty Hospital - Wheeling (located inside Wheeling Hospital, 2nd floor) Schedule Full Time, Monday-Friday Compensation $22.00 - $37.00 per hour Sign-On Bonus $1,500 About the role Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way. Responsibilities Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT) Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long-term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re-entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices Minimum Qualifications Valid state PTA license Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date Benefits Start Strong — extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition Advance Your Career — tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities Elevate Your Skills — clinical ladder program Ease the Burden — student debt benefit program Your Health Matters — comprehensive medical/Rx, health, vision, and dental plans Recharge & Refresh — generous PTO Invest in Your Future — company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, life and disability protection Your Impact Matters — join a nationwide team committed to exceptional care Additional notes: Referrals increase interview chances. You may receive notifications about related Physical Therapist roles in Wheeling, WV. #J-18808-Ljbffr Select Medical