PTA: Hands-On Rehab, Patient Education & Support

FMOL Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Jackson, MS seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide prescribed physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The role includes assisting with patient testing, executing treatment programs, designing adaptive devices, and teaching patients and families. Mississippi PTA certification and licensure are required, with typical hospital-based duties and collaboration with the rehabilitation team.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required.
• Experience: prior training or experience in related environment preferred.
• Special skills: recognize patients' individual needs based on medical conditions, age, limitations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintains departmental policies and safety standards.
• Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and procedures.
• Carries out a treatment program for assigned patients per PT evaluation.
• Designs and fits adaptive devices (orthotics, mobility aids) based on patient needs.
• Teaches patients and families required skills for participation in therapy.
• Reports changes in patient condition to supervising PT and helps update treatment plans.
• Maintains medical records of patient responses to treatment.
• Supervises Rehabilitation Technicians and Aides; communicates with physicians.

Skills

PTA certification

Patient care

Communication

Education

Associate's degree; PTA program completion

Job description

FMOL Health in Jackson, MS seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide prescribed physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The role includes assisting with patient testing, executing treatment programs, designing adaptive devices, and teaching patients and families. Mississippi PTA certification and licensure are required, with typical hospital-based duties and collaboration with the rehabilitation team.