Rehab PTA - PRN

Your Future Role At A Glance
Location: Austin, TX
Hospital: Seton Medical Center
Department: Rehab | Acute Care
Schedule: PRN | Day
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Life At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits That Help You Thrive

Retirement: 403(b) plan
Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

Provide and document therapy interventions under a plan of care written by an evaluating therapist. Update and progress patient care through communication with supervising therapists.
Coordinate with medical staff to prioritize caseload and determine patient care needs.
Instruct patient/family/caregivers in the use of therapy and compensatory rehabilitation in relation to their diagnosis.
What Minimum Requirements You'll Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) credentialed from the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:

~ High school diploma or GED required.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

• 1-2 years of acute care experience preferred
• Acute care experience/clinical rotations preferred

Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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