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In Home Physical Therapist Assistant-KORT_Louiville, KY

Select Medical  •  $27/hr  •  Louisville, KY (Onsite)  •  19 days ago
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Job Description

KORT is Kentucky's premier provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy specializing in orthopedics, sports and industrial medicine. Since 1987, KORT has provided clinical and customer service excellence to patients in our clinics, at employer sites, and with high school, college, and professional sports teams.

In addition, KORT Outpatient at Home also contracts their home health services in Kentucky including: post-operative physical therapy; fall prevention; vestibular rehabilitation; wound care; and more.

Outpatient experience preferred!

Compensation starting at $27.00/hour

Benefits and Incentives (for full-time at 32 hrs+):

  • Multiple health plans: PPO and HSA options through BC/BS
  • Dental/vision/prescription/disability/supplemental life insurance and more
  • Company matching 401(k)
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and extended illness days (EID)
  • Indefinite student debt benefit program
  • Industrywide unmatched continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications, and more
  • Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

Responsibilities

The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapy interventions and treatments to patients in a home setting while acting under the supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist. This care includes providing direct patient care according to the treatment plan established by the registered physical therapist to include, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities in accordance with state practice guidelines. Monitor carefully the patient’s status and progress toward goals as well as compliance with physician’s orders. PTA’s are responsible for educating patients and caregivers while preparing the patient/caregiver for discharge as appropriate.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • This position requires a valid state license or certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Must be able to function independently, be flexible, possess personal integrity, and be able to work effectively with patients, personnel, and outside agencies.
  • Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
  • Outpatient Physical Therapy experience
  • Must be willing to assist in carrying out the objectives of the facility.
  • Automobile liability insurance and current unrestricted drivers license required.
  • This position requires CPR certification or complete training.
  • Additional Data

    Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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    About Select Medical

    Select Medical made a commitment more than 20 years ago to deliver an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. We have honored that promise by helping define the nation's standard of excellence in specialized hospital and rehabilitative care.

    Today, we have grown to more than 50,000 colleagues caring for more than 82,000 patients every day across our care continuum. Select Medical is one of the largest operators of critical illness recovery hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation centers and occupational health centers in the United States.

    Select Medical and its parent company, Select Medical Holdings Corporation (NYSE: SEM), are based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. We are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers in Maryland, Missouri and Pennsylvania for 2021.

    Select Medical provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. http://careers.selectmedical.com

    Industry
    Healthcare & Social Services
    Company Size
    10,000+ employees
    Headquarters
    Mechanicsburg, PA
    Year Founded
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