UNC Health Care System
Outpatient Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
Kinston, NC 28501 · US
About the role
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
This Staff Physical Therapist Assistant will work in the outpatient clinic in the Late Afternoon/Evening hours. Flexible Scheduling. Therapist can choose their own hours, and days that work best for their schedule. But this position will require at least 2 shifts per week (3-hour minimum shift) between the hours of 3-8pm. This position will carry out established treatment plans focusing on improving mobility, increasing strength, and other physical therapy related goals with various populations.
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
EXPERIENCE
- None
- Current NC Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligible.
- Analytical abilities to delegate personnel, problem solve with positive solutions. Good interpersonal and communication skills required to facilitate interactions with stated customers and staff members.
- Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, temperature changes and occasional noxious odors. Stressful work periods occasionally encountered.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Standing for most of the day lifting/assisting patients with transfers, bed mobility and ambulation as well as their exercise programs.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Lenoir Health
Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Organization Unit: Physical Therapy
Work Type: Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00
Work Schedule: Weekdays/Weekend
Location of Job: LENOIR MEM
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Not Applicable