Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care, Day 1 Benefits

aah; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health Coverage

Generous PTO

Parental Benefits

Retirement matching

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Advocate Health in High Point, North Carolina, is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant for our Acute Care Rehabilitation department. The successful candidate will support treatment plans, assist with patient training, and help collect outcome measures in both clinical and research contexts.

The role requires an active North Carolina PTA license, a two-year college program approved by the APTA, and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Current NC license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Two-year college program for Physical Therapy Assistants approved by the APTA.

Responsibilities

• Carry out physical therapy programs as directed by the PT in clinical and research settings.
• Train patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
• Collect clinical assessment scores, radiographic scores, and health-related quality of life data.
• Maintain supplies and equipment and assist with research protocols and materials.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and in-service trainings.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Education

NC license to practice as Physical Therapy Assistant

Two-year college program for Physical Therapy Assistants (APTA approved)

Job description

Advocate Health in High Point, North Carolina, is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant for our Acute Care Rehabilitation department. The successful candidate will support treatment plans, assist with patient training, and help collect outcome measures in both clinical and research contexts.

The role requires an active North Carolina PTA license, a two-year college program approved by the APTA, and CPR/BLS certification.