Entry-Level Physical Therapist Assistant

ECU Health; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, NC seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to provide patient care, perform treatments, document care, and participate in quality improvement activities.

The role involves delegating tasks to PT technicians, educating patients and staff, assisting with orientation for new employees, and supporting special projects. Minimum requirements include an associate degree or higher and NC PTA registration.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher.
• High School plus 2 years or more of formal training or education.
• Specify: Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Registration or Certification: North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist through performing treatment.
• Communicates with the supervising PT and other health care professionals.
• Maintains appropriate documentation.
• Participates in departmental/team quality improvement activities.
• Delegates appropriate tasks to PT technicians and supervises.
• Responsible for education of self, peers, patients, and students and assists with new employee orientation.
• Assists with or performs special projects.

Skills

Patient care

Team communication

Documentation

Supervision

Education

Associate Degree or higher

North Carolina PTA license/registration

Job description

ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, NC seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to provide patient care, perform treatments, document care, and participate in quality improvement activities.

The role involves delegating tasks to PT technicians, educating patients and staff, assisting with orientation for new employees, and supporting special projects. Minimum requirements include an associate degree or higher and NC PTA registration.