Outpatient PTA: Restore Mobility & Empower Patients

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is hiring an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with an accredited PTA program and SC license to aid patients in regaining mobility in an outpatient setting.

You will support the supervising PT, implement treatment plans, guide patients through exercises, and document progress using the EMR system. A current BLS certification is required, and the position is full-time.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• At least 1 year of PTA experience with full caseload competence.
• SC licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Utilize treatment tools and devices needed for patient care.
• Assess patients before, during, and after therapy sessions reporting observations to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide exercise prescription and guidance based on the PT’s plan; lead patients through exercises with correct form.
• Use stretching, manual techniques (within scope) and massage to treat patients.
• Educate patients and provide home exercise guidance and counseling.
• Document treatment sessions in the EMR and communicate with the PT.

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is hiring an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with an accredited PTA program and SC license to aid patients in regaining mobility in an outpatient setting.

You will support the supervising PT, implement treatment plans, guide patients through exercises, and document progress using the EMR system. A current BLS certification is required, and the position is full-time.