Physical Therapy Assistant

GEORGIA BONE AND JOINT SURGEONS PC•Cartersville, GA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at Georgia Bone and Joint Surgeons, this position performs a wide variety of duties with an emphasis on quality of care and customer service. Patient care is the key priority. The assistant helps manage clinic operations to support quality patient care, good human resource management, optimal customer service, and achievement of financial goals. The position is expected to exemplify the organization’s core values and mission and to exercise discretion, diplomacy, and tact in patient and staff interactions. Flexible hours are available. The role includes providing treatments and exercise instruction, guiding patients through exercise, muscle re-education, and gait training, and educating patients about supports and exercise programs. It also involves documenting and reporting patient progress, performing clerical tasks, maintaining department policies and safety and quality programs, and helping care for department equipment and supplies.

Requirements

Graduation from an approved school of Physical Therapy Assistants.
State of Georgia Physical Therapy Assistant license.
CPR certification.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Customer-service orientation.
Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding procedures.
Attention to detail.
Ability to follow up to ensure customer satisfaction.
Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively.
Ability to act calmly and effectively in busy or stressful situations.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 70 pounds unassisted and assisting patients when required.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

Prioritize the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those served.
Work toward providing high-quality healthcare support services.
Maintain positive interactions with co-workers and promote teamwork.
Use resources and supplies efficiently to provide cost-effective services.
Perform treatments and provide exercise instruction and demonstrations for patients.
Direct and assist patients with exercise, muscle re-education, and gait training.
Instruct patients in the proper care and use of supports and exercise programs.
Prepare written documentation as directed by the therapist.
Evaluate, chart, and report on patients’ progress.
Perform clerical duties, including answering calls and scheduling patients.
Maintain department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection-control programs.
Assist with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain current certifications and adhere to organizational policies and procedures, including safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance standards.