Physical Therapist Assistant II - 1
About The Position
Employees in this class assist physical therapists in the administration of a broad variety of physical therapy treatments in a state institution, hospital, or local agency. Employees assist physical therapists in the design and administration of treatment programs. Employees instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercises and functional activities. Patient assignments are made by a supervisor, and employees are expected to exercise some initiative and degree of judgment in performing treatments and treatment programs to meet patient needs. Employees in this class work independently in carrying out physical therapy programs as directed. Work is supervised by a Physical Therapist or a Physical Therapy Supervisor. About the Facility: CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.
Requirements
- Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of North Carolina.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of physical therapy principles, techniques, methods, treatment modalities and their proper application.
- Working knowledge of functional anatomy, physiology and skeletal biomechanics.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills.
- Skill in the administration of routine to complex physical therapy treatments.
- Ability to follow detailed therapy plans and instructions.
Benefits
- Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
- Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
- In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
