Physical Therapist Assistant

Pruit Health; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in post-acute care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role offers a chance to assist in executing care plans and providing essential support to patients. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the company provides various benefits, including annual merit increases, comprehensive health plans, and hands-on training programs. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and want to thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a family-oriented organization that values care and compassion in every aspect of its operations.

Benefits

Advanced pay option

Annual merit increases

Relocation opportunities

Paid onboarding & orientation

Preceptorship Program & hands-on training

24 / 7 direct hotline support

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Access to PruittHealth Foundation resources

Comprehensive health plans

Qualifications

• Valid professional license required for practice.
• Graduate from a CAPTE accredited program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing Physical Therapy care plans for patients.
• Perform clinical tasks and document accurately as per policy.
• Recognize and respond to patient care priorities.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Documentation

Education

Graduate of CAPTE accredited school

Valid professional license in the state of practice

Job description

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. Advanced pay option
2. Annual merit increases
3. Relocation opportunities
4. Paid onboarding & orientation
5. Preceptorship Program & hands-on training
6. 24 / 7 direct hotline support
7. Employee Referral Bonus Program
8. Access to PruittHealth Foundation & PruittHealth University resources
9. Comprehensive health plans

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.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.

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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.