Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN at Regency Park Health & Rehabiliation
About The Position
Under the direction of a registered Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant uses physical therapy skills to assist in treating referred patients of all age populations and completes all necessary documentation. The role requires knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care, including understanding growth and development and assessing information about each patient’s current status in relation to age-specific needs. The position may work in outpatient or inpatient departments, industrial sites, or other community events. A flexible schedule may be required, and the role rotates weekend and holiday coverage. The work involves exposure to hazardous chemicals and equipment in a typical therapy setting, frequent lifting, bending, and reaching, substantial walking, and a moderate amount of stress.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Registered Physical Therapy Assistant, or eligible for licensure in the State of Georgia.
- BLS CPR.
- Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patients’ needs and supplies appropriate for the age group served.
- Good communication and time management skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must meet characteristics consistent with registration requirements and ethical practice in Physical Therapy.
Responsibilities
- Assist in treating referred patients of all age populations under the direction of a registered Physical Therapist.
- Complete all necessary documentation.
- Provide care appropriate to the age of each patient served.
- Understand principles of growth and development and assess information about the patient’s status in relation to age-specific needs.
- Participate in rotating weekend and holiday coverage for the department.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
