Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy patient care in the acute care setting by implementing non-evaluative treatment programs established by the Physical Therapist. The role provides age-specific direct patient care according to the department’s scope of service and may supervise a student. The position may be required to cover other areas in the WakeMed Rehab continuum. WakeMed Health & Hospitals has served the community since 1961 and describes itself as the leading provider of health services in Wake County. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of the community, with a commitment to outstanding and compassionate care.
Requirements
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy.
Nice To Haves
- One year of clinical Physical Therapy experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Physical Therapist in providing patient care in an acute care setting.
- Implement non-evaluative treatment programs established by the Physical Therapist.
- Provide age-specific direct patient care according to the department’s scope of service.
- May supervise a student.
- May cover other areas in the WakeMed Rehab continuum.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
