Physical Therapist Assistant

Full-time position at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA. Day shifts with 8-hour schedules.

About the role

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), also known as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA), works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to carry out treatment plans for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Responsibilities focus on improving function, reducing pain, and promoting safe discharge.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by the Physical Therapist (PT).
• Assist with patient mobility, including helping patients get in and out of bed, walk, use assistive devices, and perform exercises safely.
• Monitor patient responses, observing and reporting progress, pain levels, or adverse reactions during therapy sessions to the supervising PT.
• Educate patients on proper movement techniques, safety precautions, and the use of walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids.
• Prepare equipment by setting up and cleaning therapy areas, and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistance.
• Current state Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Benefits

• 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.
• Additional benefits available; see Prime Healthcare benefits for details.