PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT - EAMC PHYSICAL THERAPY

East Alabama Health; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

East Alabama Medical Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join a rehab team dedicated to patient-centered care and achieving optimal outcomes. The role involves delivering evidence-based physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, assisting with exercises, manual therapy, modalities and functional activities as outlined in the treatment plan.

The ideal candidate will have PTA training from an APTA-accredited program and Alabama licensure, with BLS within

Qualifications

• PTA from an APTA‑accredited curriculum is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree with PTA licensure is preferred.
• Current Alabama State Board of Physical Therapy licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physical therapy services per the therapist’s treatment plan.
• Assist with prescribed exercises, manual therapy, modalities and functional activities.

Education

PTA from APTA accredited curriculum

Bachelor’s Degree and PTA licensure

Job description

At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service, quality, and keeping costs under control.

POSITION SUMMARY

An integral member of a rehab team who all believe in our mission and strive for our patients to reach their best possible clinical and functional outcomes. Provides high quality, compassionate Physical Therapy Services while using the most up‑to‑date evidence‑based practices. This rehab team member assists directly and indirectly with the delivery of Physical Therapy exercises, manual therapy, modalities and functional activities as outlined by the Physical Therapist’s treatment plan and in accordance with State Practice Act guidelines. This team player implements treatment goals, plans and programs established by the Physical Therapist while maintaining a “patient first” attitude. The ideal team player in this position exhibits a positive attitude, strength in teamwork, idea sharing and exceptional customer service skills when interacting with patients and co‑workers.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:

• Physical Therapist’s Assistant from APTA accredited curriculum

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree and PTA licensure

Required Registration/License/Certification:

• Current Alabama State Board of Physical Therapy licensure
• BLS within 90 days of hire

Preferred Experience:

• 1 year of experience in actual patient treatment, any clinical setting.