Physical Therapy Assistant

PHOENIX PHYSICAL THERAPY • Selma, AL

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About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant prepares patients and equipment for treatment and assists the Physical Therapist with selected procedures. The position maintains a treatment schedule consistent with facility needs, supports patient care and safety, and helps keep the facility orderly and clean. The assistant communicates with people closely involved in a patient’s active management about additional needs, treatment modifications, and progress. The role is located in Selma, Alabama, and is full-time.

Requirements

• Associate degree in physical therapy or graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Confidentiality and discretion.
• Customer/client engagement skills.
• Dexterity and ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to balance, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, use tactile sense, perform repetitive motions, and see, hear, talk, and maintain visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience within a physical therapy facility, nursing home, or rehabilitation agency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with facility needs.
• Confer with people closely associated with the active management of patients, keeping them informed of additional needs, treatment modifications, and progress.
• Aid in the care and safety of patients.
• Prepare equipment for patient treatments as requested by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist with selected procedures according to the therapist’s directions, checking patients and equipment for comfort and safety during treatment.
• Perform housekeeping duties and maintain order and cleanliness throughout the facility.
• Attend facility meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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