Physical Therapy Assistant PTA - Full Time - Rotating Weekends

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant for dedicated patient care across age groups at NGMC sites in Georgia. The role involves implementing treatment plans under supervision, ensuring safe, effective rehab and detailed documentation.

The PTA collaborates with the supervising physical therapist, supports discharge planning, and adheres to safety standards while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must hold current license with the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy.
• Associates Degree required.
• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Minimum 1 year of PTA experience; new graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Conducts physical therapy according to the plan of care.
• Provides quality rehabilitative care per treatment plan.
• Completes documentation per regulatory and departmental standards.
• Notifies therapist of patient progress and suggests plan-of-care changes.
• Assists in discharge planning and home exercise instructions.
• Ensures timely completion of all job assignments and communicates with team.

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Job Category: Allied Health

Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon
Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role

Job Summary Provides physical therapy treatments as designed by the supervising physical therapist. Provides ongoing care independently, consulting with the Physical Therapist regarding changes in treatment and discharge. Provides care/service that meets the developmental needs of patients across the life span as appropriate to the patient population and as indicated on the skills checklist. This position will care for patients in the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: Current license holder of the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy.
• Educational Requirements: Associates Degree.
• Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy, Assistant.
• Minimum Experience: One (1) year of experience as Physical Therapy Assistant.
• New graduates from approved school for Physical Therapy Assistants will be considered.

Other

Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Has skills as determined by accredited educational institutes requirements to provide patient care that meets developmental needs across the life span Must know correct body mechanics and lifting techniques

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conducts physical therapy according to the physical therapy plan of care.
• Provides quality rehabilitative care to patients as outlined in the treatment plan.
• Completes all required documentation according to regulatory agency and departmental standards.
• Notifies appropriate therapist of the patient’s progress and suggests changes in the plan of care when indicated.
• Assists in discharge planning by assuring the patient has appropriate equipment at home, and family is aware of a home exercise program.
• Performance monitored by feedback from discharge planners and physical therapist.
• Ensures re-evaluation of the patient and plan of care is completed by the therapist as indicated.
• Contributes to the effective operation of the department and consistently meets or exceeds the program productivity standards.
• Asks for assistance from other staff when necessary for patient care and safety.
• Delegates appropriately to techs and works within the Georgia state practice act for physical therapy, and according to the code of ethics established by the APTA.
• Accepts work in other programs as requested by management.
• Communicates effectively and demonstrates good interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Finishes all job assignments in a timely manner as determined by direct supervisor.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of
• Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of
• Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of

Job Requires

Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through five hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest – with a total of more than 850 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties.

Learn more at www.nghs.com.