Physical Therapy Assistant

Empower Physical Therapy; Folkston (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement with match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Empower Physical Therapy in Folkston, GA seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to assist licensed therapists, contribute to treatment plans, and document resident care. You will support residents with manual and functional exercises, monitor progress, and promote wellness while maintaining compassionate communication.

The role emphasizes building trust with residents, coordinating with care teams, and using assistive devices as needed to support recovery and independence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• 2-3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Physical Therapy Assistant state license; CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides services under the direction of a licensed physical therapist, working as a trusted partner within the care team.
• Contributes to the physical therapist's effectiveness by identifying resident care issues and communicating them clearly.
• Administers treatment programs for residents with attentiveness to their comfort and individual needs.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises and guiding residents in activities of daily living.
• Builds rapport and trust with residents to understand what motivates them during recovery.
• Helps residents use supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Instructs residents on therapeutic regimens and promotes health maintenance.
• Collaborates with team members to foster an inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Rapport building

Team collaboration

Education

Current Physical Therapy Assistant state license; CPR certification

Graduate of an accredited therapy program

Job description

Job Description

Pay range is $27.90 to $39.20 / hour BOE

Position Summary

Assists physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. This role is as much about building genuine relationships with residents and colleagues as it is about clinical skill - we believe every person, team member and resident alike, brings unique strengths and perspectives that make our community stronger.

Essential Duties

• Provides services under the direction of a licensed physical therapist, working as a trusted partner within the care team.
• Contributes to the physical therapist's effectiveness by identifying resident care issues and communicating them clearly.
• Administers treatment programs for residents with attentiveness to their comfort and individual needs.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Perform therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises and instructing, encouraging, and assisting residents in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily living activities.
• Builds rapport and trust with residents, taking time to understand what motivates and encourages each individual through their recovery.
• Helps residents in using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Instructs and counsels residents by describing therapeutic regimens, sharing normal growth and development information, and promoting wellness and health maintenance.
• Collaborates closely with fellow team members, contributing to a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• Experience: 2-3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Physical Therapy Assistant state license; CPR certification.
• Physical stamina to lift, transfer, and assist residents through physical activities.
• Requires frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted, including assisting residents when needed.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with residents in person and over the phone.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including visual examination of residents and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Position requires medium-heavy physical work. Heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up more than 45 pounds of force repeatedly to move objects.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Interacts with residents, family members and visitors frequently.

Additional Information

• Health Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement (with match)
• Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off plan

We envision a warm and welcoming environment for all residents, team members, family members, and members of our communities - a place of belonging. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the interview process.

We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range. This position will be accepting applications through 10/01/26. Job posting may close early due to volume of applicants.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.