Physical Therapy Assistant
Job Summary
Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the Physical Therapist has evaluated the patient.
Affords assistance in restoring patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities.
Regulatory Requirements
- AA degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Holds current certificate/licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Current BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Administers physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist.
- Affords assistance in restoring patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.
- Affords assistance in helping patients reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
- Participates in operational aspects of the department.
- Maintains performance improvement activities within the department.
- Participates in CQI activities.
Requirements
- AA degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Holds current certificate/licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Current BLS certification.
Qualifications
- None specified.
Skills
- None specified.
Benefits
- None specified.
Pay
Starting salary range: $21.89 - $27.00
Schedule
Normal working hours: 8am - 5pm
Benefits
- None specified.
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