PTA — Skilled Nursing with Growth & Relocation

PruittHealth; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increases

Relocation opportunities

Foundation & University resources

Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for the Albany, GA location in a skilled nursing setting. The role focuses on assisting in the execution of physical therapy plans as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician, with attention to policy, documentation, and timely patient care.

Qualified applicants hold a CAPTE-accredited degree and a valid state license; foreign-trained candidates must meet equivalency standards.

Qualifications

• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of CAPTE accredited school; foreign-trained must be substantially equivalent to U.S. entry-level education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the executing of the Physical Therapy care plan/treatment to patients as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician according to the State Practice Acts.
• Perform clinical tasks, communication, and documentation timely and accurately per policy
• Follow established policies and procedures as 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 necessary and as directed by supervisor

Education

CAPTE accredited program

Job description

PruittHealth is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for the Albany, GA location in a skilled nursing setting. The role focuses on assisting in the execution of physical therapy plans as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician, with attention to policy, documentation, and timely patient care.

Qualified applicants hold a CAPTE-accredited degree and a valid state license; foreign-trained candidates must meet equivalency standards.