Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant PRN - Military Veterans

Description

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) LPTA PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join LewisGale Hospital Pulaski which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

LewisGale Hospital Pulaski, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) LPTA PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Therapy Assistant is a licensed professional who provides therapy services within their scope of practice to the patient as directed and specified by a licensed therapist.

• Meet physical and sensory requirements stated below, and be able to work in the described environment.
• Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives that improve the customer experience, enhance work flow, and/or improve the work environment.
• Treat patients of all ages (e.g., infants, children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, race, creed, gender and disability without bias or prejudice.
• Practice ethical responsibility based on cultural, ethnic and religious beliefs of the patients served, as well as applicable law.
• Observe, record, and report to the therapist the patient’s reaction to the therapy program or any changes in the patient’s condition.
• Submit to the therapist appropriate written reports of the patient’s progress at the designated intervals using appropriate and designated forms.
• Assist in determining the needs of the patient and in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Adhere to all applicable State, Federal, Local and company standards of care and ethics and policies concerned with the practice of therapy and among other things, personnel qualifications.
• Demonstrate evidence of completion of all required in-service sessions.
• Meet productivity and time management expectations as established by the company and the facility.
• Understand and implement cost-effective service delivery that meets patients’ needs and achieves expected outcomes.
• Complete timely clinical documentation to support skilled services delivered.
• Complete administrative/billing documentation timely and accurately.
• Consistently observe company and facility administrative, clinical and departmental policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the financial implications of treatment costs and resources on therapy services.
• Organize time effectively and perform tasks efficiently.
• Consistently use support staff according to state practice and/or national professional guidelines.
• Provide consistent, effective and constructive feedback to support staff.
• Use non-appointment time or unscheduled work time productively.
• Effectively handle urgent/emergency situations while maintaining quality of service.
• Maintain functionality of workspace and equipment.
• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance.
• Other special projects and duties, as assigned.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA)
• Associate Degree

Shift:

PRN - as needed

This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).

LewisGale Hospital Pulaski has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We are located in Pulaski, Virginia. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 140+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities in Southwest Virginia and New River Valley. As a member of the LewisGale Regional Health System network, we provide a full scope of healthcare services. Our hospital is home to the LewisGale Regional Cancer Center Pulaski. The first medical facility in the region to provide a radioactive seed implant procedure which is a radiation therapy alternative for treating breast and prostate cancer. Our accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer comes with many commendations for our program of service and patient care. We specialize in orthopedics and are an accredited chest pain center.

At LewisGale Hospital Pulaski, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

LewisGale Hospital Pulaski has provided quality healthcare services since 1915, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 140+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities in Southwest Virginia and New River Valley. As a member of the LewisGale Regional Health System network, we provide a full scope of healthcare services from our facilities located in Pulaski, Virginia. Our hospital is also home to the LewisGale Regional Cancer Center Pulaski – the first medical facility in the region to provide a radioactive seed implant procedure -- a radiation therapy alternative for treating breast and prostate cancer. Our accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer comes with numerous commendations for our program of service and patient care. We also specialize in orthopedics and are an accredited chest pain center.

At LewisGale Hospital Pulaski, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our LPTA PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status