Physical Therapy Assistant

Jobtailor; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in rehabilitation and resident care at our South Carolina facility.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, infection control, and collaboration with the care team to improve mobility and independence for residents. Training and education of staff will also be part of the duties.

Qualifications

• Active South Carolina PTA license in good standing.
• Physical Therapist Assistant degree from an accredited college/university.
• CPR certification, if required by licensure.
• Experience in a fast-paced healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
• Treat residents as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation according to facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment through infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
• Communicate with the supervising physical therapist regarding updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families on progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Provide in-services and training programs for facility staff as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention.
• Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment, including splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
• Report department equipment problems for maintenance.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Help residents improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.
• Encourage and motivate residents throughout rehabilitation.

Skills

Resident Care

Documentation Compliance

Infection Control

Durable Medical Equipment

Mobility & Strength Training

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Training & Education

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant Degree

Associate Degree from PTA Program

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

• Assist the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care
• Treat residents as directed by the Physical Therapist
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation according to facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements
• Maintain a safe treatment environment through infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings as needed
• Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides
• Communicate with the supervising physical therapist regarding updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families on progress, goals, and discharge planning
• Provide in-services and training programs for facility staff as needed
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention
• Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment, including splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information
• Report department equipment problems for maintenance
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned
• Help residents improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence
• Encourage and motivate residents throughout rehabilitation

Requirements

• Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from an accredited college/university
• Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program
• Active, unencumbered South Carolina PTA license
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state and maintain a license in good standing
• Meet continuing education requirements per state practices
• CPR certification, if required by licensure
• Experience in a fast-paced healthcare setting preferred
• Proficient in computer skills, including Net Health and Point Click Care
• Ability to read technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions
• Ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally
• Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds
• Effective talking and hearing for interaction with residents, families, and the healthcare team
• Ability to assist, support, and transport residents using safe resident handling practices

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in resident care and rehabilitation, with a focus on effective communication, documentation compliance, and safety protocols. Proficient in educating residents and families on treatment goals and maintaining a supportive environment for recovery.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Physical Therapist Assistant Degree
• Active South Carolina PTA License
• CPR Certification
• Experience in Fast-Paced Healthcare Setting
• Proficient in Net Health and Point Click Care

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Resident Care
• Documentation Compliance
• Infection Control Protocols
• Durable Medical Equipment Recommendation
• Mobility and Strength Improvement Techniques

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Motivational Support
• Team Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Training and Education

Certifications & Qualifications

• Active South Carolina PTA License
• CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

• Rehabilitation
• Quality Assurance
• Performance Improvement
• Healthcare Setting
• Resident Handling Practices

Tools & Technologies

• Net Health
• Point Click Care