Empowering Physical Therapy Assistant: Restore Mobility

Confidential; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Roswell, GA seeks a motivated Physical Therapy Assistant to assist in planning and implementing programs that restore or improve mobility, strength, coordination, and range of motion under the Physical Therapist's direction.

Responsibilities include selecting activities, documenting sessions, educating patients and families, and ensuring discharge planning while maintaining infection control and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree or higher in Physical Therapy.
• PTA licensure or eligibility.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Implement therapy plan and select activities to progress goals.
• Educate patients and families; give discharge instructions.
• Document each session per departmental protocols.
• Collaborate with staff and physicians in rehabilitation services.
• Maintain infection prevention precautions.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service orientation

Team oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

Associates degree in Physical Therapy

High School Diploma

Job description

Wellstar Health System in Roswell, GA seeks a motivated Physical Therapy Assistant to assist in planning and implementing programs that restore or improve mobility, strength, coordination, and range of motion under the Physical Therapist's direction.

Responsibilities include selecting activities, documenting sessions, educating patients and families, and ensuring discharge planning while maintaining infection control and compliance with regulatory standards.