Physical Therapy Assistant, PRN

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Snellville (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastside Medical Center in Snellville, GA is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to provide patient-focused care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role involves implementing treatment plans, utilizing modalities, and supporting the therapy team to promote independence and functional outcomes.

The position requires an Associate degree in PTA, current GA licensure or compact privileges, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an approved PTA program.
• Current Georgia PTA license or compact privileges.
• 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 and measurements.
• Assists with measuring quality and outcomes.
• Maintains 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

Interpersonal skills

Clinical assessment

Communication with PT

Computer skills

Therapeutic procedures

Education

Associate degree in PTA program

Job description

Job ID: 9764

Physical Therapy Assistant, PRN

Overview:

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Responsibilities:

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

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:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Associates degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

None

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in the State of Georgia or current compact privileges in Georgia.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

BLS certification through AHA.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Provides direct patient care, utilizing modalities and techniques established in the plan of care.
• 2. Demonstrates skills and accuracy in performing patient care, conducting tests and measurements as appropriate.
• 3. Assists with measuring quality and outcomes.
• 4. 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• - Requires tact, discretion, diplomacy, and the ability to work effectively with others.
• - Must have sensory appropriate clinical skill sets to identify changes in patient's progress and communicate to the PT. differentiate subtle clinical signs and symptoms of communication disorders.
• - Must have the emotional stamina to deal with a variety of stressful situations including emergency response to patient incidents.
• - Demonstrates competency using appropriate equipment for patient care and general computer skills.
• - Must have general working knowledge of therapeutic procedures.

Business Unit : Company Name: Eastside Medical Center

Location: Snellville, Georgia

Type: Rehab

Schedule: PRN