Physical Therapy Assistant (Acute - PRN)

Northside Hospital, Inc.; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital in Atlanta is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed physical therapists in delivering comprehensive care across inpatient and outpatient populations. The role emphasizes patient education and collaborative teamwork to ensure optimal outcomes.

Qualifying candidates hold an Associate's degree in PTA, Georgia licensure or Compact Privilege, and BLS certification, with at least two years of clinical experience in a rehabilitation setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Current licensure by the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy or Georgia Compact Privilege.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• Two (2) years of licensed clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy programs and treatments as directed by the physical therapist for inpatient & outpatient pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.
• Provides employee and patient educational programs and maintains quality customer service through effective communication with patients, families, medical personnel and others.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Why choose Northside and its Rehabilitation Team?

• Northside supports our employees' professional and personal growth.
• Offers advanced certification and specialty training financial support and tuition reimbursement. Available upon hire.
• Staff career advancement levels programs.
• Fosters an environment that promotes work/life balance. We embrace diversity. We care about you.

• Highly recognized and supportive organization with a valued rehabilitation services department.
• Compassionate, dedicated, innovative team of highly specialized professional staff with a focus on providing evidence based care
• Supportive leadership team encouraging personal growth and development.
• Strong collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Strong supporters of our community through screenings, education, volunteering, and community service initiatives.
• Focus on service excellence and providing expert level care to our patients.

• Seasoned clinicians and mentors, many with advanced certifications & specialty training.
• Residency and enrichment programs underway with other key residency programs to come
• Longevity within our team, often celebrating 20, 30, and 40 years of service

Performs physical therapy programs and treatments as directed by the physical therapist for inpatient & outpatient pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Provides employee and patient educational programs as directed. The duties of this position require patient and family education and the exercise of courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel and others in order to provide quality customer service.

REQUIRED

1. Associate's degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
2. Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy or hold a Georgia Compact Privilege issued by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission
3. Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
4. Two (2) years of licensed clinical experience.