Physical Therapy Assistant - SNF with Growth & Relocation

Pruitthealth Corporation; Swainsboro (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increases

Relocation opportunities

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Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for skilled nursing facility care. The PTA will support therapists by implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and ensuring compliance with state practice acts.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care within a post-acute setting. Must hold a state license and graduate from a CAPTE-accredited program, with consideration given to equivalency for foreign-trained candidates.

Qualifications

• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of a CAPTE accredited program; if foreign-trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a U.S. entry-level degree by a credential evaluation organization approved by the APTA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the Physical Therapy care plan/treatment to patients as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician according to State Practice Acts.
• Perform clinical tasks, communication, and documentation timely and accurately per policy.
• Follow established policies and procedures related to the scope of practice.
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care.
• Complete all required orientation, in-services, and trainings timely and successfully.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Education

CAPTE-accredited program

Job description

PruittHealth is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for skilled nursing facility care. The PTA will support therapists by implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and ensuring compliance with state practice acts.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care within a post-acute setting. Must hold a state license and graduate from a CAPTE-accredited program, with consideration given to equivalency for foreign-trained candidates.