Physical Therapy Assistant - Flexible, Patient-Focused Care

Piedmont Healthcare, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to work under a Physical Therapist, delivering therapeutic modalities and treatment procedures to patients across all ages to promote independence and mobility. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans prescribed by the physical therapist, assisting with exercises, and ensuring safety during therapy sessions in accordance with hospital policy.

Education: Associate’s Degree from an approved PTA program.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• No experience required.
• Georgia PTA license or current compact privileges; BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy modalities and treatments as determined by a treatment plan established by the physical therapist.
• Demonstrate competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.
• Assist with patient care across all age groups to enable the patient to reach the highest level of physical independence.

Education

Associate’s Degree PTA program

No experience required

Job description

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to work under a Physical Therapist, delivering therapeutic modalities and treatment procedures to patients across all ages to promote independence and mobility. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans prescribed by the physical therapist, assisting with exercises, and ensuring safety during therapy sessions in accordance with hospital policy.

Education: Associate’s Degree from an approved PTA program.