Physical Therapist Assistant

PruittHealth; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in post-acute care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant. This role offers the opportunity to support patients in their recovery journey while receiving comprehensive support for your professional growth. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and career advancement, you will be part of a compassionate team that prioritizes patient care and safety. Join a workforce that values your contributions and offers annual merit increases, relocation opportunities, and access to valuable resources. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual merit increases

Relocation opportunities

Access to PruittHealth Foundation resources

Access to PruittHealth University resources

Qualifications

• Valid professional license in the state of practice is required.
• Graduate of CAPTE accredited school or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing Physical Therapy care plans as prescribed.
• Perform clinical tasks, communication, and documentation accurately.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Documentation

Education

CAPTE Accredited Program

Job description

Job Description - Physical Therapist Assistant (2504706)

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (PTA) - PRN

THERAPY SERVICES

Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safety of all our therapists. Now is a great time to make a change and join one of the leading providers of post-acute care.

PruittHealth will help you conquer your career goals. At PruittHealth, we are searching for therapists who are committed to serving our residents with care and compassion, and in return, we are committed to supporting your therapy career through annual merit increases, career growth programs, preceptorship, and more.

Investing in Our Employee-Partners with Benefits

1. Annual merit increases
2. Relocation opportunities
3. Access to PruittHealth Foundation & PruittHealth University resources

Responsibilities

1. Assist in the executing of the Physical Therapy care plan/treatment to patients as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician according to the State Practice Acts.
2. Perform clinical tasks, communication, and documentation timely and accurately per policy.
3. Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice.
4. Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care.
5. Complete all required orientation, in-services, and trainings timely and successfully.
6. Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications

1. Valid professional license in the state of practice.
2. Graduate of CAPTE accredited school. If foreign-trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist entry level education in the U.S. by a credential’s evaluation organization approved by the APTA.

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.