Physical Therapy Assistant
$85,000–$95,000 year
On-siteWest End, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Prepare patients and equipment for treatment while assisting the Physical Therapist with selected procedures. Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with facility needs and confer with active patient managers to report on treatment modifications and progress. Aid in patient care and safety by checking comfort and equipment during sessions, while performing housekeeping duties to maintain order throughout the facility. Attend required facility meetings and complete other assigned tasks. This role requires an associate degree in physical therapy or completion of an accredited program, with a minimum of two years of experience in a therapy, nursing, or rehabilitation setting preferred.
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 ability
- 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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