• Physical Therapy Assistant

    University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA)


    Under the direction and control of a Licensed Physical Therapist the Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant may assist the Physical Therapist in performing selected components of physical therapy intervention to include treatment measurement and data collection.

     

    + Implements established therapy treatment plans and provides therapy interventions under the direction of a licensed therapist.

    + Documents patient care according to professional standards and departmental guidelines.

    + Actively participates in quality improvementprogram development and professional growth activities.

    + In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

     

    Position Compensation Range: $24.24 - $38.78 Hourly

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education: Associate’s Degree.

     

    Experience: No experience required.

     

    Licensure: Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant within the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or certification with the appropriate credentialing Board of the profession. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Job requires frequently bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 – 100lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

     

    _The_ _University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._