Physical Therapy Assistant
$72,800–$83,200 year
On-siteCharleston, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Assist the Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct care, helping improve mobility, strength, and overall function while motivating residents throughout their rehab journey. Document treatments and progress accurately, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and participate in care conferences as needed. Educate residents and families on treatment goals, home exercise programs, and safety techniques, and facilitate durable medical equipment ordering to promote independence. Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control protocols and reporting equipment issues. Communicate routinely with the supervising therapist and staff regarding resident progress and discharge planning.
Required Qualifications
- Physical Therapy Assistant Degree from an accredited college/university
- Valid, unencumbered South Carolina PTA license
- Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program
- Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
- Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board
- CPR certification, if required by licensure
- Ability to read technical procedures
- Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
- Ability to solve practical problems
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
- Ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally
- Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment
- Ability to exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds
- Ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues
- Ability to effectively communicate, including talking and hearing
- Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information
- Ability to report problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order
- Ability to contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-admissions healthcare setting preferred
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