Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
Southeast Health•Dothan, AL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant administers appropriate treatments and related duties under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist, in keeping with the Alabama Physical Therapy Practice Act and the American Physical Therapy Code of Ethics. The LPTA may be involved in the treatment of all age groups: infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, older adults, and geriatrics.
Requirements
- Associates degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Eligible for licensure in the State of Alabama.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively in an emergency situation.
- Basic computer skills.
- Basic knowledge of therapeutic modalities.
- Proficient in skills check off.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in acute care setting.
Responsibilities
- Administers appropriate treatments and related duties under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
- Adheres to the Alabama Physical Therapy Practice Act and the American Physical Therapy Code of Ethics.
- May be involved in the treatment of all age groups: infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, older adults, and geriatrics.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
