Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate Degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• One or two years of Physical Therapy clinical experience.
• Must have experience working in the Acute Care Inpatient setting.
• P.T.A. License.
• AHA BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy treatment procedures following treatment programs/plans established by the Physical Therapist.
• Follows established procedures and observes appropriate safety precautions in the application of heat, cold, light, sound, water, electricity, traction, massage and therapeutic exercise.
• Teaches patients and family when necessary, therapeutic exercises, body mechanics, use of adaptive equipment, ambulation with assistive devices, ADLs, use of wheelchairs, transfer techniques and special routines and/or programs.
• Assists the Physical Therapist in performing special tests and/or evaluations as needed.
• Maintain medical records with daily documentation of all care provided.
• Supervise and evaluate the function and technical performance of Aides and PTA students as needed.

Benefits

• Vaccinated against influenza (flu)