Physical Therapy Assistant

PruittHealth; Ocilla (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced pay option

Annual merit increases

Relocation opportunities

Paid onboarding & orientation

Preceptorship Program

24/7 direct hotline support

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Access to Foundation & University

Comprehensive health plans

Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Georgia Ocilla to support the therapy team. The position is PRN with a 1st shift schedule, contributing to patient care under supervision and in coordination with the evaluating therapist.

Applicants must hold a valid state license and have graduated from a CAPTE-accredited program. The role involves clinical tasks, documentation, and adherence to facility policies, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of CAPTE accredited school; foreign-trained must be substantially equivalent as per APTA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the Physical Therapy care plan as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician.
• Perform clinical tasks, documentation, and communication per policy.
• Follow established policies related to scope of practice.
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care.
• Complete orientation, in-services, and trainings timely.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Clinical tasks

Documentation

Policy adherence

Prioritization

Education

CAPTE accredited program

State licensure

Job description

THERAPY SERVICES

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (PTA)

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

• Advanced pay option
• Annual merit increases
• Relocation opportunities
• Paid onboarding & orientation
• Preceptorship Program & hands-on training
• 24 / 7 direct hotline support
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Access to PruittHealth Foundation & PruittHealth University resources
• Comprehensive health plans

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

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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Primary Location

Georgia-Ocilla

Schedule

PRN

Shift

1st Shift

Job Posting

Aug 21, 2026, 12:21:02 PM

Work Locations

TS SN Ocilla