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Overview
At Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern New Mexico, our hospital has been ranked in the Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 15 years and has earned The Joint Commission’s Brain Injury, Stroke and Spinal Cord Certification. At our 40-bed hospital, we provide specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services to our patients, serving the communities of Southern New Mexico. We see patients who often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions.
We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!
At Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern New Mexico, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside.
Employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.
Choose from a PPO or High Deductible Plan
FSA and HSA (with employer matching) options available
Dental and Vision coverage
401K with employer matching
Life insurance
Short-and-long term disability
Pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Tuition and Continuing Education reimbursement
Career growth and development planning
Clinical Career Ladder bonus opportunities
Earned Time Off
Qualifications
Required Skills:
· Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
· Basic Life Support/CPR Certification required.
· One year of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
Additional Qualifications/Skills:
· Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
· Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
· Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
· Effective organizational and time management skills.
· Effective written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
· Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
· Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
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Arizona
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Wyoming
Responsibilities
Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.
Job Type: Full-time
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$51k-62k (estimate)
06/07/2024
10/19/2024
rhsnm.ernesthealth.com
LAS CRUCES, NM
100 - 200
2004
BEVERLY MUNOC
$10M - $50M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
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