Licensed PT Assistant - Hands-On Rehab & Patient Care

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.; Columbia (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. in Columbia, MS is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to perform prescribed physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed therapist.

The position requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and state licensure as a PTA, with no experience required. The PTA will support patient care, document treatments, and collaborate with the rehabilitation team to implement plans of care and home treatment instructions.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Experience: None required.
• Licensure by the Board of Physical Therapy in applicable State.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the code of ethics of the APTA.
• Caries out the physical therapy procedures according to the Plan of Care of the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Counsels patient and/or family on special problems with advice from the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Covers instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Documents on all patients' treatments received according to department policies.
• Supervises Rehab Technicians.
• Treats patients after the evaluation has been performed by a Registered Physical Therapist.
• Interacts with other departments involved with the patient's progress.

Education

Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants

Job description

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. in Columbia, MS is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to perform prescribed physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed therapist.

The position requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and state licensure as a PTA, with no experience required. The PTA will support patient care, document treatments, and collaborate with the rehabilitation team to implement plans of care and home treatment instructions.