Certified Physical Therapy Assistant - Physical Therapy SVHC - PT
Core
Administers physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to patients with neurological, musculoskeletal, sensory, respiratory, and cardiac conditions to restore function and relieve pain.
Role type
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Builds
Patient rehabilitation plans and treatment sessions
Domain
Healthcare / Physical Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Administering physical therapy treatments, performing standardized testing, documenting patient visits, providing patient education, coordinating with interdisciplinary staff, lifting and moving patients, basic math and data interpretation
Preferred skills
Healthcare experience
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Administering treatments per therapist's plan, performing measurements and testing, documenting subjective/objective/assessment/plan, inputting charges, educating patients/families, coordinating care, monitoring students, completing competencies, performing clerical duties
Seniority
Entry-level, non-supervisory
