Hospital-Based Physical Therapy Assistant

Lexingtononcology; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) plan eligibility

Employer-paid life insurance 1x salary

Supplemental life insurance up to 3x

Adoption assistance

Disability coverage after 90 days

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Lexington Health in Columbia, SC seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support rehabilitation care. Under the supervision of a physical therapist, you will administer prescribed interventions and monitor patient progress across pediatric to geriatric populations, using exercises, manual therapy and modalities.

You will document treatment data, discharge summaries, and educate patients and families on home programs, while coordinating with nursing and other departments to ensure

Qualifications

• Graduate of a PTA program approved by the State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Licensed physical therapist assistant in the State of South Carolina.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of a physical therapist to administer direct physical therapy patient care.
• Administers treatments to relieve pain and restore function using exercises and modalities.
• Documents treatment data, progress notes, and discharge summaries as directed by CMS and state practice act.
• Instructs patients and families in home exercise programs.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary team for discharge planning during hospital stays.
• Attends patient care conferences and supports rehab techs and students.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Licensed physical therapist assistant in SC

Job description

Lexington Health in Columbia, SC seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support rehabilitation care. Under the supervision of a physical therapist, you will administer prescribed interventions and monitor patient progress across pediatric to geriatric populations, using exercises, manual therapy and modalities.

You will document treatment data, discharge summaries, and educate patients and families on home programs, while coordinating with nursing and other departments to ensure