Physical Therapist Assistant

Prime Healthcare • Riverdale, GA • 1h ago

Overview

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant , sometimes referred to as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) or Physical Therapy Assistant. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PT A ) works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help carry out treatment plans for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Their responsibilities include guiding patients through prescribed exercises, assisting with mobility and ambulation, monitoring patient progress, and providing support in documenting treatment outcome s. A imed at improving function, reducing pain, and promoting safe discharge .

Employment Type : Full Time

Shifts Available: Days

Hours: 8 -ho ur shifts

Location : Southern Regional Medical Center - Riverdale, GA

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Bereavement leave , FMLA and other leave options

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance options

Many other amazing benefits

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

Implement Treatment Plans: c arry out specific physical therapy interventions designed by the Physical Therapist (PT)

Assist with Patient Mobility: h elp patients get in and out of bed, walk, use assistive devices, and perform exercises safely

Monitor Patient Responses: o bserve and report patient progress, pain levels, or adverse reactions during therapy sessions to the supervising PT

Educate Patients: t each patients proper movement techniques, safety precautions, and how to use walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids

Prepare Equipment: s et up and clean therapy areas, and ensure equipment is functioning properly

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

A.A. Degree.

Current state Physical Therapist Assistance license.

Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Healthcare experience preferred.

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\KnowYourRights\screen\reader\10_20.pdf

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FacilitySouthern Regional Medical Center

LocationUS-GA-Riverdale

ID2026-263533

CategoryClinical Professional

Position TypeFull Time

ShiftDays

Job TypeNon-Exempt

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