Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab at Covenant Place; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, dental, vision benefits after

Student loan repayment

401(k) match

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab at Covenant Place seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under a Physical Therapist, delivering therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary setting.

The PTA will implement treatment plans, document progress, and educate patients and families on exercises and home programs while supporting the supervising PT and care team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid PTA license in the state.
• Preferred CPR certification.
• Experience not required or 0-1 years as stated.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including exercises and modalities.
• Observe patient responses and document progress for supervising PT.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of patient progress and reports.
• Instruct patients and families on exercises and safety precautions.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant licensure (PTA)

CPR certification (current, preferred)

Job description

Overview

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

Responsibilities

Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you’re looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Synchrony.

Qualifications

Job SummaryThe Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), under the direction of a Physical Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Licenses and CertificationsMust have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification Current valid CPR certification, preferred

QualificationsEducation: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited programExperience: 0-1 years

Roles and Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, electrical stimulation).
• Observe patient responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings and any concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide instructions to patients and their families on exercise techniques, safety precautions, and strategies to support continued progress at home.
• Support Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

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