Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient

Lexington Medical Center; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Medical Center in North Carolina seeks a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to implement PT programs under the supervision of a physical therapist. You will work with patients on exercises, ambulation, daily living activities, and contribute to clinical and research applications.

Candidates must have an APTA-approved two-year PTA program, hold current state licensure, and maintain CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Two-year PTA program approved by the APTA is required.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification required and renewed every two years.

Responsibilities

• Carry out physical therapy programs as planned by the PT in clinical and research settings.
• Train patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
• Collect clinical assessment scores and health-related quality of life data.
• Perform tests and evaluations including motor skills, strength, ROM and coordination.
• Assist with research protocols, data quality, and development of educational materials.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service trainings.

Skills

Licensed PTA

Clinical assessment

CPR certification

Education

APTA-approved two-year PTA program

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.