Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree in physical therapy or graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current CPR Certificate
• Interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Confidentiality and Discretion
• Customer/client engagement

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of experience within a Physical Therapy facility, nursing home or rehabilitation agency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the facility.
• Confer with the person(s) most closely associated with the active management of the patient, keeping them informed of additional patient needs, treatment modifications and/or progress.
• Aid in the care and safety of patients.
• Prepare equipment for patient treatments as requested by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in selected procedures, according to the PT’s directions, by checking patient and equipment during treatment for both comfort and safety.
• Perform housekeeping duties; maintain order and cleanliness throughout the facility.
• Attend facility meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.