Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem - TidalHealth

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Physical Therapist Assistant Position Summary

Under the direction of the Staff Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is responsible for the provision of physical therapy treatment programs as planned by the Physical Therapist.

Physical Therapist Assistant Position Requirements

• Education High school or four-year technical school plus up to two years training in a specialty OR two years of college or comparable education.
• State licensure in MD or DE depending on facility hired for.
• Licensure requires 20 continuing education contact hours or 2.0 CEU's per 2 years.
• BLS CPR certification through American Heart Association.
• Position is Per Diem- required # of shifts, varies by location

Experience

• Previous experience preferred.

Physical Therapist Assistant Benefits

• At TidalHealth, full-time employees working at least 72 hours per pay period, part-time employees working at least 36 hours per pay period and part-time employees working at least 30 hours or more on weekends only are eligible for benefits.
• Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.

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