Physical Therapy Assistant PRN, As Needed

Norton Healthcare; St. Matthews, St. Matthews (SC, KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will assist Physical Therapists in delivering exceptional patient care across all age groups, from neonates to geriatrics. Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate documentation, providing health education, and applying your knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of patients while fostering your professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Assist Physical Therapists in providing quality patient care.
• Maintain documentation on patient treatments and health education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing quality patient care for various age groups.
• Contribute to the efficient operations of the department.

Skills

Patient Care

Health Education

Documentation Skills

Growth and Development Knowledge

Education

Associate Degree

Physical Therapist Assistant Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

The role of the Physical Therapy Assistant is to assist the Physical Therapists in providing quality patient care for patient's aged neonate/infant (birth to 1 year), pediatric (1-12 years), adolescent (12-18), adult (18-65 years), and geriatric (over 65 years); maintains documentation on patient treatments; demonstrates commitment to professional growth and development; provides health education to patients, families and other health care providers; applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interaction; and contributes to the efficient operations of the department.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate Degree
• Physical Therapist Assistant

Desired:

• One year physical therapy in a clinical setting