Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Successful completion of a two-year accredited program leading to an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) licensure in the state of practice.
• Knowledge of physical therapy principles, techniques, and treatment procedures.
• Ability to provide physical therapy treatments under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Ability to instruct patients in therapeutic exercises, ambulation, transfers, and use of assistive devices.
• Ability to observe, assess, and report patient responses to treatment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to accurately document treatments and patient progress in the medical record.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Knowledge of patient safety, infection prevention, and rehabilitation practices.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of experience in a Physical Therapy department is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist and in accordance with an established treatment plan.
• Administer prescribed therapeutic interventions, including exercise, massage, heat, light, sound, water, electrical stimulation, infrared treatments, and hot or cold packs.
• Instruct and assist patients with mobility, ambulation, transfers, and functional movement.
• Educate patients on the proper use and care of assistive devices and prosthetic equipment, including artificial limbs, braces, crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Observe patients during treatment and report their progress, responses, and concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide clinical direction and guidance to physical therapy support personnel as assigned.
• Accurately and promptly document treatments and patient responses in medical records.
• Maintain required patient records, documentation, and statistical reports.
• Assist with developing and presenting in-service education programs for hospital personnel.
• Assist with cleaning, maintaining, and organizing physical therapy equipment and departmental areas.
• Assist with patient transportation as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.