Physical Therapist Assistant

Piedmont; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Georgia seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support a licensed Physical Therapist in providing patient-focused care across age groups. You will apply approved modalities and procedures within hospital policy to advance independence.

The role emphasizes teamwork, competency with equipment, and adherence to a treatment plan. PTA licensure in GA or compact privileges and BCLS are required at hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree PTA from approved program.
• No experience required.
• Current PTA license in GA or compact privileges in Georgia.
• BCLS certification on hire.

Responsibilities

• The PTA, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy for all age groups, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment.
• Responsible for modalities and treatment procedures per the treatment plan to enable the patient to reach the highest level of physical independence.

Education

Associate's Degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program

GA PTA license or current Georgia compact privileges

BCLS - Basic Life Support

Job description

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan 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