Part-Time Physical Therapy Assistant | Rehab & Mobility

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role covers care for patients across life spans, from child to geriatric, with adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

The assistant will perform planned, quality rehabilitative care, complete documentation, and assist in discharge planning while maintaining professional communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• Current license on Georgia Board of Physical Therapy.
• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• Minimum 1 year of PTA experience; New grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Conducts physical therapy according to the physical therapy plan of care.
• Provides quality rehabilitative care to patients as outlined in the treatment plan.
• Completes all required documentation according to regulatory agency and departmental standards.
• Notifies appropriate therapist of the patient’s progress and suggests changes in the plan of care when indicated.
• Assists in discharge planning by assuring the patient has appropriate home equipment and a home exercise program.
• Performs within the Georgia state practice act for physical therapy and follows the code of ethics established by the APTA.
• Communicates effectively and demonstrates good interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Finishes all job assignments in a timely manner as determined by direct supervisor.

Education

Associates Degree

PTA program graduate

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role covers care for patients across life spans, from child to geriatric, with adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

The assistant will perform planned, quality rehabilitative care, complete documentation, and assist in discharge planning while maintaining professional communication with the care team.