Physical Therapy Assistant - Impactful Patient Care

Piedmont Healthcare; Snellville (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, providing physical therapy across age groups according to the treatment plan and hospital policy.

The role requires an Associate degree in PTA, current Georgia licensure or compact privileges, and BLS certification through the AHA. Emphasis on accurate documentation, patient communication, and collaborative care is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Georgia PTA license or compact privileges in Georgia.
• BLS certification through AHA.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, utilizing modalities and techniques established in the plan of care.
• Demonstrates skills and accuracy in performing patient care, conducting tests and measurements as appropriate.
• Assists with measuring quality and outcomes.
• Maintains and documents active and supportive communication with the patient, Physical Therapist and other appropriate persons concerning progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.

Skills

Tact and diplomacy

Clinical assessment skills

Emotional resilience

Equipment competency

Therapeutic procedures knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Piedmont Healthcare seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, providing physical therapy across age groups according to the treatment plan and hospital policy.

The role requires an Associate degree in PTA, current Georgia licensure or compact privileges, and BLS certification through the AHA. Emphasis on accurate documentation, patient communication, and collaborative care is essential.