Physical Therapist Assistant II

Medical University of South Carolina • North Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Physical Therapist Assistant II works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts. The PTA II assists in the provision of screens, collection of assessment data and direct treatment to a general rehab caseload in single or multiple sites under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist in accordance with state and national practice guidelines. The PTA II participates in the clinical team process and participates in clinical program development. PTA II also provides teaching and training to caregiver staff, and functions as a resource to the PTA I. Assists one or more Physical Therapists in evaluating and providing treatment to help patients recover from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments. Prepares patients and equipment for therapy and implements treatment plans as instructed, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Records patient's reaction to treatment and provides status reports at the end of each treatment. May require graduation from an accredited physical therapist assistant program. Additional Job Description Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy assisting and one year work experience as a physical therapy assistant required.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy assisting
• One year work experience as a physical therapy assistant required.
• Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners required.

Responsibilities

• Assists one or more Physical Therapists in evaluating and providing treatment to help patients recover from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments.
• Prepares patients and equipment for therapy and implements treatment plans as instructed, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment.
• Records patient's reaction to treatment and provides status reports at the end of each treatment.
• Provides teaching and training to caregiver staff
• Functions as a resource to the PTA I
• Participates in the clinical team process and participates in clinical program development.
• Assists in the provision of screens, collection of assessment data and direct treatment to a general rehab caseload in single or multiple sites under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist in accordance with state and national practice guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees