Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support therapists in delivering therapeutic interventions and patient care within an interdisciplinary setting. You will implement plans, document progress, and educate patients and families on exercises and safety at home.

The role requires a PTA license/certification and a degree from an accredited PTA program, with 0–1 years of experience. CPR certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification.
• Current CPR certification, preferred.
• Education: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
• Experience: 0-1 years

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 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.

Education

Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program

Job description

Overview

We believe in setting our employees up for success. Thats 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 youre 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 Summary

The 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 Certifications

Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification

Current valid CPR certification, preferred

Qualifications

Education: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program

Experience: 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.

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