Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant - St. Catherine's

FMOL Health; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping patients reach specific measurable goals.

Graduates of an accredited PTA program with Mississippi licensure are preferred. The role involves recognizing patients' needs across ages and conditions within a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with Mississippi licensure.
• Experience in related clinical environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to meet specific measurable goals.
• Report to Clinical Coordinator.

Skills

Patient needs assessment

Communication with patients

Education

Associate's degree in PTA program

Job description

Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy treatment as established by the Physical Therapist to meet specific measurable goals. Reports to Clinical Coordinator.

Education: Associate's degree and graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required.

Experience: Prior training or experience in related environment is preferred.

Special Skills: Employee must demonstrate ability to recognize patients' individual needs based on medical conditions, age (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle-aged and geriatric), limitations and planned procedures.

License/Cert: Must be certified as a PTA. Mississippi state licensure as required.