Physical Therapy Assistant

American Addiction Centers•Cedartown, GA

11d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position for a Physical Therapy Assistant in the Acute Care Rehabilitation department at Atrium Health Floyd Polk Medical Center. The role involves carrying out physical therapy programs as directed by a physical therapist, including training patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living. The position also includes collecting clinical assessment data, performing various tests and evaluations, maintaining supplies and equipment, assisting with research, and participating in staff meetings and training.

Requirements

Successful completion of two year college program for Physical Therapy Assistants approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
Current license in the State of applicable state to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
CPR certification every two years.
Good physical strength and condition
Research experience
Ability to work with infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and older adult patients

Nice To Haves

One year of previous experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Carries out physical therapy programs as planned and directed by the physical therapist in clinical and research applications. This involves training patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
Collects clinical assessment scores, radiographic scores and assessments, and health related quality of life information.
Performs a wide range of tests and evaluations in a clinical or research setting. This involves evaluation of developmental levels and functions, gross and fine motor skills, neurological-reflex testing, equilibrium, coordination, protective responses, muscle strength, muscle tone, joint range of motion, daily living skills and activities, and perceptual motor skills and defects. Screens for orthopaedic and physical defects, genetic anomalies, or idiopathic.
Maintains supplies and equipment.
Assists with research protocol and treatment development; ensures quality control of data. Develops and writes educational materials.
Participates in staff meetings, forums, committees, and in-service training activities.
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program