Physical Therapy Assistant

PruittHealth; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced pay

Annual merit increases

Relocation

Onboarding & orientation

Preceptorship

24/7 hotline

Referral bonus

Foundation resources

University resources

Job summary

PruittHealth in Georgia-Valdosta is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support residents with care and compassion. You will assist in executing the physical therapy care plan as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician.

This role requires licensure and CAPTE-accredited education, with PRN scheduling and first-shift hours. PruittHealth offers growth opportunities, onboarding, and team-based support to advance your therapy career.

Qualifications

• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of CAPTE-accredited school. If foreign-trained, program must be equivalent to a U.S. entry level education by a credential evaluation organization approved by the APTA.

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 tasks

Documentation

Education

CAPTE-accredited program

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

Family Makes Us Stronger.

Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.

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-Valdosta

Schedule

PRN

Shift

1st Shift

Job Posting

Aug 21, 2026, 12:56:36 PM

Work Locations

TS SN Holly Hill