Physical Therapy Assistant / Acute PT,OT,ST Therapies / PRN / Day

Catawba Valley Medical Center; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, NC seeks a Certified Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement treatments and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Excellent communication of patient responses and collaborative plan adjustments with the supervising PT are essential, with on-the-job training and growth opportunities within a supportive clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited PTA program.
• Current NC PTA license or licensure from a compact state.
• BCLS for healthcare providers or completion of BCLS from the American Heart Association within three months of employment date.
• No previous experience required; training provided.
• One year of experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist, implements physical therapy treatments.
• Coordinates treatment with interdisciplinary team and helps maximize patient outcomes.
• Provides clinical information to the Licensed Physical Therapist regarding patient response to treatment and the need for adjustments to the treatment plan.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (NC or compact state)

Job description

Summary of Performance Expectations.

Under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist, implements physical therapy treatments. Coordinates treatment with interdisciplinary team and helps to maximize patient outcomes. Provides clinical information to the Licensed Physical Therapist regarding patient response to treatment and the need for adjustments to the treatment plan.

Education and Credentials:

Required

Completion of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants. Current NC PTA license or licensure from a compact state. BCLS for healthcare providers or completion of BCLS from the American Heart Association within three months of employment date.

Work Experience:

Required

No previous experience required. Given training and on‑the‑job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.

Preferred

One‑year experience