Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient

Atrium Health; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to support physical therapy programs under the direction of a licensed physical therapist. The role involves training patients in exercises, ambulation, and daily living activities, and collecting various clinical assessments.

The position also includes performing broader evaluations in clinical or research settings, maintaining equipment, supporting research activities, and participating in staff meetings and training sessions as

Qualifications

• APTA-approved two-year PTA program completion.
• Current state license to practice as a PTA.
• CPR certification updated every two years.

Responsibilities

• Carry out physical therapy programs as planned and directed by the physical therapist in clinical and research settings.
• Train patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
• Collect clinical assessment scores, radiographic scores, and quality of life information.
• Perform tests and evaluations in clinical or research settings, including motor skills and functional assessments.
• Maintain supplies and equipment.
• Assist with research protocol and treatment development; write educational materials.
• Participate in staff meetings, forums, and in-service training.

Education

APTA-approved PTA program (2-year)

Current state PTA license

CPR certification (biennial)

Job description

What You'll Need

• Successful completion of two year college program for Physical Therapy Assistants approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Current license in the State of applicable state to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification every two years.

What You'll Do

• Carries out physical therapy programs as planned and directed by the physical therapist in clinical and research applications. This involves training patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
• Collects clinical assessment scores, radiographic scores and assessments, and health related quality of life information.
• Performs a wide range of tests and evaluations in a clinical or research setting. This involves evaluation of developmental levels and functions, gross and fine motor skills, neurological-reflex testing, equilibrium, coordination, protective responses, muscle strength, muscle tone, joint range of motion, daily living skills and activities, and perceptual motor skills and defects. Screens for orthopedic and physical defects, genetic anomalies, or idiopathic.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Assists with research protocol and treatment development; ensures quality control of data. Develops and writes educational materials.
• Participates in staff meetings, forums, committees, and in-service training activities.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.