Physical Therapist Assistant

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUHA) is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with an associate degree and current SC PTA license to help patients regain mobility in an outpatient setting.

The role requires at least one year of PTA experience, SC licensure, and current BLS certification. Typical duties include patient assessment, exercise prescription, EMR documentation, and caregiver education, with a 40-hour work week in Mt. Pleasant.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• At least one year of PTA experience with independence in managing a full caseload.
• Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant by SC Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in outpatient therapy to recover mobility.
• Assess patients before, during, and after therapy sessions and report to the supervising PT.
• Provide exercise prescriptions and guide patients through routines per treatment plan.
• Utilize treatment tools, manual techniques, stretches, and massage within scope of practice.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and home programs.
• Document treatment sessions in the EMR and communicate with the supervising PT.

Skills

BLS certification

PTA licensure

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Job Description Summary

Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with associated degree and current, valid SC Physical Therapy Assistant license to assist in helping patients recover from injuries and regain mobility in an outpatient setting.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000709 CHS - Therapy Clinic - Mt Pleasant (Offsite)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Experience: At least one year of experience as Physical Therapy Assistant and demonstrated competence in treating all patient types as well as independence in managing a full caseload.
• Certification/Licensure: Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with associated degree and current, valid SC Physical Therapy Assistant license to assist in helping patients recover from injuries and regain mobility through:

• Utilizing appropriate treatment tools and devices needed for patient care.
• Assessing patients before, during, and after therapy sessions reporting observations to the supervising Physical Therapist (PT) as necessary.
• Providing exercise prescription and assistance based on the PT’s treatment plan; guiding patients through these exercises, ensuring proper form and technique.
• Utilizing various techniques, including stretching exercises, manual techniques within their scope of practice and massage, to treat patients.
• Provide effective patient education and counseling and provide guidance on exercises and techniques patients can perform at home.
• Use of EMR system to document treatment sessions and communicate with primary physical therapist.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture

  Standing: Continuous, Sitting: Continuous, Walking: Continuous, climbing stairs: Infrequent, working indoors: Continuous, working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent, working from elevated areas: Frequent, working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent, Kneeling: Infrequent, bending at the waist: Continuous, Twisting at the waist: Frequent, Squatting: Frequent

• Manual Dexterity & Strength

  Pinching operations: Frequent, Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous, Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous, Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous, reaching overhead: Frequent, Reaching in all directions: Continuous, Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous, Full use of both legs: Continuous, Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent.

• Lifting & Force Requirements

  Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent, Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36": Infrequent, Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent, Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent

• Vision & Sensory

  Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous, Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous, Color discrimination: Continuous, Depth perception: Continuous, Peripheral vision: Continuous, Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous, Tactile sensory function: Continuous, Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous.

• Selected Positions
  • Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
  • Respirator use qualification: Continuous
• Work Environment & Conditions

  Effective stress management: Continuous, Rotating shifts: Frequent, Overtime as required: Frequent, Latex-safe environment: Continuous.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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