Physical Therapy Assistant

PruittHealth; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increases

Relocation opportunities

Access to PruittHealth Foundation & P•

PruittHealth University resources

Job summary

PruittHealth in Georgia is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to assist in executing the care plan prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician, and to contribute to patient mobility and recovery in a post-acute setting.

The ideal candidate will hold a CAPTE-accredited PTA program, have a valid state license, and demonstrate strong documentation, communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• Ability to adhere to state practice acts and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the executing of the Physical Therapy care plan/treatment to patients as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician according to the State Practice Acts.
• Perform clinical tasks, communication, and documentation timely and accurately per policy
• Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care
• Complete all required orientation, in-services, and trainings timely and successfully
• Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor

Skills

Clinical documentation

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description - Physical Therapy Assistant (2609490)

Physical Therapy Assistant - 2609490

Description

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (PTA)

THERAPY SERVICES

Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safety of all our therapists. Now is a great time to make a change and join one of the leading providers of post-acute care.

PruittHealth will help you conquer your career goals. At PruittHealth, we are searching for therapists who are committed to serving our residents with care and compassion, and in return, we are committed to supporting your therapy career through annual merit increases, career growth programs, preceptorship, and more.

Investing in Our Employee-Partners with Benefits

• Annual merit increases


• Relocation opportunities


• Access to PruittHealth Foundation & PruittHealth University resources

Responsibilities

• Assist in the executing of the Physical Therapy care plan/treatment to patients as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician according to the State Practice Acts.


• Perform clinical tasks, communication, and documentation timely and accurately per policy


• Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice


• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care


• Complete all required orientation, in-services, and trainings timely and successfully


• Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor

Qualifications

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid professional license in the state of practice


• Graduate of CAPTE accredited school. If foreign-trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist entry level education in the U.S. by a credential’s evaluation organization approved by the APTA

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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