Clinical Physical Therapist Assistant — Growth & Benefits

Hugh Chatham Health; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 72,495,000 - 108,742,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health Coverage

PTO up to 25 days/year

Maternity/Paternity leave

Employer retirement contributions

Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

Advocate Health in High Point, NC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient mobility and daily living activities under the supervision of a licensed PT in an acute care setting.

You will perform clinical assessments, assist with therapeutic exercises, collect outcome measures, maintain supplies, and participate in research and staff meetings. Eligible candidates have an APTA-approved PTA program and a NC PTA license, plus CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Completion of an APTA-approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current North Carolina PTA license to practice.
• CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Carry out physical therapy programs as directed by the PT, including patient training in exercises and activities of daily living.
• Collect clinical assessment scores, radiographic scores, and health-related QOL information.
• Perform tests and evaluations, assess motor skills, strength, ROM, and functional abilities.
• Maintain supplies and equipment; ensure data quality for research protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and ongoing training.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Education

APTA-approved PTA program

North Carolina PTA license

Job description

Advocate Health in High Point, NC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient mobility and daily living activities under the supervision of a licensed PT in an acute care setting.

You will perform clinical assessments, assist with therapeutic exercises, collect outcome measures, maintain supplies, and participate in research and staff meetings. Eligible candidates have an APTA-approved PTA program and a NC PTA license, plus CPR/BLS certification.