Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient, Days

Piedmont Healthcare; Conyers, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Rockdale Hospital in Conyers, GA is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role involves delivering modalities and treatment procedures to patients to promote independence in mobility and function in a hospital setting.

Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree from an approved PTA program, be current with Georgia PTA licensure (or Georgia compact privileges) and BCLS, and no

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• No experience required.
• Current Georgia PTA license or compact privileges and BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Deliver modalities and treatment procedures per the treatment plan to promote independence.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical treatments

Education

Associate's degree in PTA

Job description

Overview:

Piedmont Rockdale is a 161-bed, acute care, not-for-profit community hospital in Conyers that has provided compassionate, patient-centered care to Rockdale County and surrounding communities since 1954. We offer 24-hour emergency care, plus most major medical, surgical and diagnostic services.

Responsibilities:

The Physical Therapy Assistant, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy for all age groups, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy. Responsible for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by the physical therapist to enable the patient to reach the highest level of physical independence.

Qualifications:

Education

• Associate's Degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in the State of Georgia or current compact privileges in Georgia Upon Hire Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Rockdale Hospital