Physical Therapy Assistant
On-siteCharlotte, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Prepare patients and equipment for treatment and assist the Physical Therapist with selected procedures according to their directions. Maintain the patient treatment schedule consistent with facility needs while conferring with active patient managers to report on progress and treatment modifications. Aid in patient care and safety by checking patients and equipment during sessions for comfort and security. Perform housekeeping duties to maintain order and cleanliness throughout the facility and attend required meetings. Requires an associate degree in physical therapy or graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program, minimum two years of experience in a therapy, nursing, or rehabilitation setting, and a current CPR certificate.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in physical therapy
- Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
- Current CPR Certificate
- Dexterous
- Able to stand for extended periods
- Balancing ability
- Kneeling ability
- Crouching ability
- Reaching ability
- Standing ability
- Walking ability
- Pushing ability
- Pulling ability
- Lifting ability
- Grasping ability
- Tactile sense
- Repetitive motions capability
- Seeing ability
- Hearing ability
- Talking ability
- Visual acuity
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience within a Physical Therapy facility, nursing home or rehabilitation agency
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