Physical Therapy Assistant (Acute - PRN)

Northside Hospital Inc. • Canton, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Northside Hospital is an award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing organization. We are expanding the quality and reach of our care, creating opportunities for healthcare professionals. The Rehabilitation Team at Northside supports employee professional and personal growth through advanced certification, specialty training financial support, tuition reimbursement, and staff career advancement programs. We foster an environment that promotes work/life balance, embraces diversity, and prioritizes employee well-being. We are a highly recognized and supportive organization with a valued rehabilitation services department, a compassionate and dedicated team focused on evidence-based care, and a supportive leadership team. We have strong collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams, and we are strong supporters of our community through screenings, education, volunteering, and community service initiatives. Our focus is on service excellence and providing expert-level care to our patients, with seasoned clinicians and mentors, many with advanced certifications and specialty training. Residency and enrichment programs are underway, and we celebrate longevity within our team.

Requirements

• Associate's degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Technical training in the use of physical therapy equipment used in the inpatient & outpatient settings.
• Current certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all age groups.
• Must have 2 years of licensed clinical experience.
• Internal candidate must attain 3.25 PE (prior year) and no disciplinary action on file.

Nice To Haves

• Has current knowledge of orthopedics, neurology, and medical/surgical problems associated with the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy programs and treatments as directed by the physical therapist for inpatient & outpatient pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.
• Provides employee and patient educational programs as directed.
• The duties of this position require patient and family education and the exercise of courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel and others in order to provide quality customer service.

Benefits

• Advanced certification and specialty training financial support
• Tuition reimbursement
• Staff career advancement levels programs
• Supportive leadership team encouraging personal growth and development.
• Strong collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Strong supporters of our community through screenings, education, volunteering, and community service initiatives.
• Focus on service excellence and providing expert level care to our patients.
• Seasoned clinicians and mentors, many with advanced certifications & specialty training.
• Residency and enrichment programs underway with other key residency programs to come

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree