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Assistant-Physical Therapist- Full Time
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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$60,566 / year median in Mississippi
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Assistant-Physical Therapist- Full Time
Job ID:
42860
Job Category:
Rehabilitation & Wellness
Work Type:
Full Time
Work Schedule:
Days
Department:
Physical Therapy
Facility:
BMH Booneville Hospital
Location:
Booneville, MS
Overview
Job Summary
Delivers therapeutic physical therapy intervention under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Provides treatment, participates in discharge planning, andmunicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Provides treatment under supervision of licensed physical therapist.
Participates in discharge planning information, which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral tomunity resources.
Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
Contributes to the development of staff and students including the assessment of the daily workload.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
Entry Level.
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Computer Literacy.
Minimum Required
Basic Skills.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
PTA;BLS
CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
Preferred/Desired
Benefits
- Dental Insurance