Physical Therapy Assistant

Jobtailor; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support a Physical Therapist in a Charleston healthcare setting. You will assist with patient care related to physical activities, aiming to improve mobility, strength, and overall function for residents.

In this role you will document treatments and progress, collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, and provide motivational support to residents throughout their rehab journey. A SC PTA license and a PTA degree are required.

Qualifications

• Physical Therapy Assistant Degree from an accredited college/university.
• Valid, unencumbered South Carolina PTA license (Required)
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-admissions healthcare setting preferred
• A strong desire to help residents reach their highest level of functioning

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Physical Therapist with patient care related to physical activities
• Helping residents improve mobility, strength, and overall function
• Encouraging and motivating residents throughout their rehab journey
• Documenting treatments and resident progress accurately
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to provide exceptional care

Skills

Patient Care

Mobility Improvement

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant Degree

Job description

• Assisting the Physical Therapist with patient care related to physical activities
• Helping residents improve mobility, strength, and overall function
• Encouraging and motivating residents throughout their rehab journey
• Documenting treatments and resident progress accurately
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to provide exceptional care

Requirements

• Physical Therapy Assistant Degree from an accredited college/university
• Valid, unencumbered South Carolina PTA license (Required)
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-admissions healthcare setting preferred
• A strong desire to help residents reach their highest level of functioning

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in patient care and rehabilitation support, with a focus on improving mobility and strength. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams while maintaining accurate documentation of treatments and progress.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Physical Therapy Assistant Degree
• Valid South Carolina PTA License
• Patient Care Assistance
• Mobility Improvement
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Soft Skills

• Motivational Support
• Strong Desire to Help

Certifications & Qualifications

• South Carolina PTA License

Industry Keywords

• Healthcare Setting
• Rehabilitation
• Patient Progress Documentation
• Strength Improvement
• Functionality Enhancement