Dynamic Physical Therapy Assistant – Acute Care & Rehab

Memorial Physician Practices; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

PTO & leave

Tuition assistance

401(k) company match

Well-being programs

Job summary

Harris Regional Hospital is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to join our acute care and outpatient rehab team. The PTA will support the therapist by assessing patient conditions, planning treatment programs, and maintaining progress records, while assisting with procedures under supervision and leading exercise instruction.

The ideal candidate has graduated from an approved PTA program, holds a North Carolina PTA license, and can obtain BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program and possess an NC Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports therapist in assessing the condition of patients, planning treatment programs, preparing treatment schedules and keeping records on the progress of treatment.
• Assists with therapeutic procedures or administering procedures under a therapist's supervision.
• Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

One year experience

ASLS certification

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant program

NC PTA license

Job description

Harris Regional Hospital is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to join our acute care and outpatient rehab team. The PTA will support the therapist by assessing patient conditions, planning treatment programs, and maintaining progress records, while assisting with procedures under supervision and leading exercise instruction.

The ideal candidate has graduated from an approved PTA program, holds a North Carolina PTA license, and can obtain BLS within 30 days.