Physical Therapy Assistant

University Orthopedics; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University Orthopedics is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support therapists in delivering outpatient care at East Greenwich, RI. You will assist with exercise, gait and balance training, and other interventions under supervision.

The role includes documenting progress and communicating results to the supervising Physical Therapist, with duties extending to patient education and post-treatment guidance. A RI PTA license is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy.
• Current RI license as Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedics/musculoskeletal rehab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients before, during and after therapy and report status.
• Assist patients with prescribed exercises as part of care.
• Administer therapy such as massage and stretching.
• Utilize rehab devices (e.g., walkers) to support progress.
• Educate patients and families about post-treatment care.
• Other duties as assigned to meet department needs.

Skills

Patient care

Exercise therapy

Gait training

Education/communication

Education

APTA accredited school of physical therapy

RI PTA license

Tools

Rehab equipment

Job description

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Physical Therapy Assistant

Full Time East Greenwich, RI, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2967

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Reports To: Physical Therapy Site Coordinator

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Under the direction and supervision of Physical Therapists, the PTA treat patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training and other therapeutic interventions. The PTA records patients' progress and report the results of each treatment to the Physical Therapist.

Essential Job Functions:

• Observe patients before, during and after therapy, noting the patient's status and reporting it to the Physical Therapist
• Help patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care
• Treat patients, using a variety of techniques, such as massage and stretching
• Use devices and equipment, such as walkers, to help patients
• Educate patients and family members about what to do after treatment
• Additional duties as assigned by the Manager to meet department needs

Requirements:

• A graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy
• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant State of RI license
• Previous experience in outpatient orthopedics/musculoskeletal rehab preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to travel to all sites if/when necessary .