Physical Therapist Assist (FR)

ECU Health; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Health in Greenville, North Carolina is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide patient care under the direction of a Physical Therapist. This role involves treatment, communication with care team members, and appropriate documentation.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree or higher and possess the necessary certification from the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and involvement in team quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate Degree or higher.
• At least two years of formal training or education in the field.
• Certification from the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Communicate effectively with the supervising PT and other health care professionals.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and assist with special projects.

Education

Associate Degree or higher

High School plus 2 years or more of formal training or education

Registration or Certification: North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy

Job description

Position Summary

Provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist through

• performing treatment
• communicating with the supervising PT and other health care professionals
• appropriate documentation

Participates in departmental/team quality improvement activities

Delegates appropriate tasks to PT technicians and supervises

Responsible for education of self, peers, patients, and students and assists with new employee orientation

Assists with or performs special projects

Minimum Requirements

• Associate Degree or higher
• High School plus 2 years or more of formal training or education
• Specify: Physical Therapist Assistant
• Registration or Certification: North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.