Outpatient PTA: Elevate Patient Rehab & Recovery

Tidelands Health; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tidelands Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for outpatient rehabilitation. You will work under the direction of a physical therapist to implement evaluation-based treatment plans and rehab programs.

Responsibilities include administering treatments with modalities such as electrical stimulation and ultrasound, documenting progress, and educating patients and families for home care. Routines emphasize quality care and productivity in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• Ability to utilize therapy equipment in an outpatient rehabilitation setting to provide treatment and procedures.
• Must hold Physical Therapist Assistant license for South Carolina or be eligible.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days required.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients with therapeutic activities and exercises to improve function under PT supervision.
• Reassess functional ability using standardized tests and document findings.
• Administer prescribed treatments and document in electronic medical records.
• Train patients and families on home treatment procedures.
• Support program development, quality improvement, and productivity goals.

Skills

Outpatient rehabilitation

Team collaboration

Punctual

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Electrical stimulation

Ultrasound

Iontophoresis

Moist packs

Job description

Tidelands Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for outpatient rehabilitation. You will work under the direction of a physical therapist to implement evaluation-based treatment plans and rehab programs.

Responsibilities include administering treatments with modalities such as electrical stimulation and ultrasound, documenting progress, and educating patients and families for home care. Routines emphasize quality care and productivity in a collaborative setting.