Physical Therapist Assistant

NHC Careers • North Charleston, SC

11d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled technical provider of physical therapy treatments and related duties, working under the direction of the Physical Therapist. The role provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician, in accordance with policies and procedures and state and federal regulations. The assistant helps evaluate patient progress toward goals, observes and reports patient conditions and responses, and maintains treatment records and progress notes as directed by the therapist.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensure in the state where the assistant will practice.

Nice To Haves

• Active membership in state and national Physical Therapy Associations.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician, in accordance with policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Assist the physical therapist with evaluating progress toward goals.
• Observe, record, and report to the therapist conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties.
• Maintain daily records of treatments.
• Document patient progress notes as directed by the therapist.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree