PTA II: Inpatient & Acute Care Therapist

Atrium Health Enterprise

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support four inpatient facilities and three acute care locations. The role collaborates with Physical Therapists to deliver age-appropriate, evidence-based care and progress patient rehabilitation.

You will review records, implement treatment plans, educate patients and caregivers, document outcomes, and assist with discharge planning.

Qualifications

Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Active Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of employment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
Maintains continuing education requirements in accordance with applicable state professional standards.

Responsibilities

Supports Physical Therapists in delivering comprehensive patient care across musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems.
Reviews medical records and collaborates with the supervising therapist to implement treatment plans.
Provides and progresses therapy based on established evaluations and patient goals, ensuring treatments are safe and functional.
Completes all required documentation accurately with appropriate co‑signatures, including progress notes, discharge summaries, and patient education records.
Assists with discharge planning and providing written home programs and caregiver education.