Physical Therapy Assistant – Rehab Services – FT – Days Position Available In Haywood, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Physical Therapy Assistant - Rehab Services - FT - Days position involves supporting therapists in assessing patient conditions, planning treatment programs, and keeping progress records. Tasks include assisting with therapeutic procedures, exercise instruction, and patient evaluation. Critical thinking skills, judgment, and the ability to work independently are required. Certification in Basic Life Support and licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in North Carolina are necessary. The position is with an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diverse candidates.
Job Description
Supports therapist in assessing the condition of patients, planning treatment programs, preparing treatment schedules and keeping records on the progress of treatment. Assists with therapeutic procedures or administering procedures under a therapist’s supervision. Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing. Minimum Education Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Skills Certifications:
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire Recommended affiliation with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Required Licenses [ North Carolina, United States ] Physical Therapy Assistant Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
