Physical Therapy Asst. Part Time

PACS Group • Greenwood, SC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

McCormick Post Acute is seeking a Part Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join their team. This role is focused on helping residents regain strength, confidence, and independence. The position is located on the SC & GA border in McCormick, South Carolina. The company emphasizes a family-oriented community built on relationships, service, teamwork, and excellence, offering a positive team culture and supportive leadership.

Requirements

• Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from an accredited college/university
• Active, unencumbered South Carolina PTA license
• Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Net Health and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
• Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
• Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
• CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced healthcare setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist with treatment plans and patient care.
• Help residents improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.
• Encourage and motivate residents through their rehab journey.
• Work alongside an interdisciplinary team.
• Celebrate resident progress and victories.
• Treat residents as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate routinely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Provide in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options for work/life balance
• Growth, advancement & PRN opportunities within our South Carolina sister facilities
• Positive team culture with supportive leadership
• A fun, family-oriented atmosphere where you matter

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree