Physical Therapy Assistant — Rehab & Discharge Support

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System in Gainesville, GA seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver treatments under supervision and contribute to ongoing care across life span. You’ll follow plan of care, document care, and participate in discharge planning with therapists.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate’s Degree and Georgia PTA license, plus at least 1 year of PTA experience; new graduates considered. The role emphasizes safe patient handling and teamwork within NGHS.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent.
• Licensed by the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy.
• Minimum one year of experience as Physical Therapy Assistant; new grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Conducts physical therapy per plan of care.
• Provides rehabilitative care per treatment plan and documents accordingly.
• Notifies therapist of patient progress and suggests plan changes.
• Assists in discharge planning with equipment/home exercise program.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Lifting techniques

Patient care

Education

Associate Degree

Georgia PT license

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System in Gainesville, GA seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver treatments under supervision and contribute to ongoing care across life span. You’ll follow plan of care, document care, and participate in discharge planning with therapists.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate’s Degree and Georgia PTA license, plus at least 1 year of PTA experience; new graduates considered. The role emphasizes safe patient handling and teamwork within NGHS.