Physical Therapy Assistant - Patient-Centered Rehab Team

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

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