Physical Therapy Assistant: Growth, Benefits & Impact

PruittHealth; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced pay option

Annual merit increases

Relocation opportunities

Paid onboarding & orientation

Preceptorship program

Hands-on training

Hotline support

Foundation resources

Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support our Therapy Services team in Georgia. You will assist with implementing the care plan and documenting progress under the supervision of a licensed therapist.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care and professional growth within a leading post-acute provider. This position requires a GA PTA license and CAPTE-accredited education; relocation opportunities and a supportive, safety-conscious work environment are highlights of

Qualifications

• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• CAPTE-accredited program; foreign-trained must be substantially equivalent to U.S. PTA education by a credential evaluation organization approved by the APTA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the Physical Therapy care plan/treatment as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician.
• Perform clinical tasks, documentation, and timely communication per policy.
• Follow policies and procedures related to the scope of practice.
• Recognize priorities in patient care and respond appropriately.
• Complete orientation, in-services, and trainings timely and successfully.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

License in Georgia

Clinical documentation

Care plan execution

Communication skills

Education

CAPTE accredited program

US PTA education equivalence

Job description

PruittHealth is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support our Therapy Services team in Georgia. You will assist with implementing the care plan and documenting progress under the supervision of a licensed therapist.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care and professional growth within a leading post-acute provider. This position requires a GA PTA license and CAPTE-accredited education; relocation opportunities and a supportive, safety-conscious work environment are highlights of