Physical Therapist Assistant

THERAPYSOUTH; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with merit increases

Job summary

TherapySouth in Alabama seeks a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to support outpatient ortho care under a supervising physical therapist. You will help administer therapy programs and ensure patient progress is documented accurately.

The role requires an associate degree or PT program certification and a current license from the state PTA board. You will assist patients with exercises, monitor progress, and participate in staff training in a hands-on, patient-centered setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or PT program certification.
• Current license from the State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Duties require standing and walking; lifting, positioning, pushing, and transferring patients.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy programs as directed by the supervising PT.
• Complete patient documentation by end of workday.
• Maintain clean and organized work area; disinfect equipment after treatment.
• Participate in clinical training and supervise students/interns as directed.
• Instruct and assist patients with exercises and functional activities.

Education

Associates degree or PT program certification

State PTA licensure

Job description

TherapySouth was founded in July 2006 by Steve Foster, PT, LAT. His vision was that TherapySouth would be a therapist‑owned practice, specializing in "hands‑on care, close to a patient's home or work". All of our clinics maintain a friendly atmosphere that helps patients feel at home in their surroundings. Having several locations allows patients to conveniently attend physical therapy two to three times per week to improve their daily functions. We know our patients' names when they walk in the door of our clinics!

At TherapySouth, we are dedicated to keeping our Core Values at the forefront of our minds. We believe in:

• Perseverance
• Faith
• Family
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Service
• Giving
• Fitness

TherapySouth is looking for a talented team‑player for our Staff Physical Therapist Assistant opening. If being mentored by an experienced team of specialists in an outpatient ortho clinic interests you,

The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for administering physical therapy treatment according to established professional standards.

Essential Functions:

• Administer programs of physical therapy as outlined by the supervising physical therapist.
• Complete all patient related documentation by the end of each workday.
• Clean and organize work area, change and clean linens, and disinfect equipment after treatment.
• Maintain and upgrade professional skills according to company needs and professional requirements.
• Assist supportive personnel to achieve safe and accurate completion of delegated job tasks.
• Participate in clinical training and supervision of assigned students and interns.
• Clarify the patient's next scheduled appointment time.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures as well as State and Federal professional regulations.
• Observe patients during treatment to compile and evaluate data on patients' responses and progress and report to physical therapist.
• Instruct, motivate, safeguard and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
• Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the company.

Requirements:

• An associates degree or certification from a physical therapy program.
• A current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Duties require extensive standing and walking.
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients.

Company Provided Benefits:

• Competitive pay with performance‑based merit increases.