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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital - Southeast Ohio·Newark, Ohio

$32/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Assist in delivering physical therapy services, including therapeutic exercises and functional activities for critically ill patients. Implement treatment goals and plans established by the physical therapist to help patients achieve long-term recovery.

Overview Position

  • Physical
  • Therapy
  • Assistant (PTA)
  • Location:
  • Select
  • Specialty
  • Hospital -
  • Southeast
  • Ohio (Newark)
  • Schedule:
  • PRN /
  • Weekday /
  • Daytime shiftsCompensation: $32 per hour Select Specialty Hospital - Southeast Ohio is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.
  • Why
  • Join Us:
  • Start
  • Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
  • Opportunity for
  • Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
  • Foster
  • Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
  • Your
  • Impact
  • Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT) Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long-term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re-entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Valid state PTA license Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid state PTA license and possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the start date. One year of experience is indicated in the additional job data.

  • professional certificate
  • Treatment Planning
  • Physical Therapy
  • Therapeutic Exercises
  • Pain Relief
  • Patient Transportation
  • Prosthetics
  • Orthotics
  • Functional Activities
  • Posture Training
  • Endurance Training
  • Community Re-entry Training
  • Joint Mobility
  • Muscle Lengthening
  • Strengthening Exercises
  • Cardiac Training
  • Coordination and Balance

Benefits

  • 401k

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$32/hr
Location
Newark, Ohio
Posted
May 21, 2026
Closes
May 21, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Select Specialty Hospital - Southeast Ohio

Part of the Select Medical family of brands, Select Specialty Hospitals treat the most critical and complex medical and surgical conditions. Select Specialty Hospitals offer a variety of programs and services to match the patient's acuity and individual needs. The physicians,...

Salary listed on 14 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Ohio PTA per diem roles stay steady

In Ohio, per diem Physical Therapy Assistant roles are often driven by coverage needs in hospitals, rehab settings, and outpatient clinics, so demand can be steady when schedules change. These roles are competitive because employers usually want an active PTA license, BLS certification by start date, and prior experience; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your license status and BLS timing, and be ready to show how your experience supports flexible coverage.

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