Job Description
Physical Therapy Assistant
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Spine Center Atlanta is an accomplished and rapidly growing healthcare organization who has served the state of Georgia for over 30 years. We are currently seeking an exceptional Physical Therapy Assistant who is self-motivated, goal oriented, results driven, and works best in a fast-paced, team first, collaborative environment.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
Job Summary:
- Support Physical Therapists with the planning and implementation of patient care.
- Counsel patients and their families on steps to take following treatment
- Observe patients before, during and after therapy and report notes to the Physical Therapist
- Assign specific exercises for the patients and assist during exercises
- Use devices such as walkers and other equipment to help patients regain movement and reduce pain
- Perform a variety of techniques including stretching exercises and massage to treat patients
- Assist patients when moving to/from the therapy area
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Patient focused, excellent customer service
- Compassion and empathy
- Operating and maintaining physical therapy equipment
- Knowledge of standard policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations
- Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel
- Problem solver
- Makes appointment confirmation phone calls, rescheduling appointments as needed
- Corresponds with referral sources regarding patient concerns or issues
- Greets patients, visitors, customers and vendors at the front desk
- Answers and screens incoming calls in a professional manner
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications / Education and Experience:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Physical Therapy Clinics
License/Certifications:
- Current Physical Therapy Assistant Certification and Licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
In order to create a safe and secure workplace, Spine Center Atlanta & Affiliates will conduct pre-employment screening, including criminal background checks and drug screening to all applicants who are offered employment with the company in accordance with Spine Center Atlanta & Affiliates policy and state law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.79 - $26.44 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Atlanta, GA 30327: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
License/Certification:
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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