Physical Therapist Assistant

Piedmont-Healthcare; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our on-site team in Augusta, GA. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will provide PT modalities and treatment procedures to patients across all ages to help them reach the highest level of physical independence.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree from an approved PTA program, GA PTA license or compact privileges, and Basic Life Support. No prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• No experience required.
• Current Georgia PTA license or compact privileges required upon hire; Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• The PTA provides physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to enable patients to reach the highest level of physical independence.

Education

Associate’s Degree in PTA

Job description

Overview

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your careerin the right direction.Stay for thediverseteamsyou’lllove, a sharedpurpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work.You’llfeel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders arein your corner, invested inyour success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needstoday andhelp youplan for the future.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapy Assistant, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy for all age groups, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy. Responsible for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by the physical therapist to enable the patient to reach the highest level of physical independence.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s Degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in the State of Georgia or current compact privileges in Georgia Upon Hire Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Augusta Hospital