• Physical Therapist Assistant

    Prime Healthcare (Riverdale, GA)


    Overview

     

    We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant , sometimes referred to as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) or Physical Therapy Assistant. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PT A ) works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help carry out treatment plans for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Their responsibilities include guiding patients through prescribed exercises, assisting with mobility and ambulation, monitoring patient progress, and providing support in documenting treatment outcome s. A imed at improving function, reducing pain, and promoting safe discharge .

     

    Employment Type : Full Time

     

    Shifts Available: Days

     

    Hours: 8 -ho ur shifts

     

    Location : Southern Regional Medical Center – Riverdale, GA

    Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

    + Health, dental, and vision insurance options

    + Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

    + Bereavement leave , FMLA and other leave options

    + Employer 401K options

    + Tuition reimbursement options

    + Life, disability, and other insurance options

    + Many other amazing benefits

    Responsibilities

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

    + Implement Treatment Plans: c arry out specific physical therapy interventions designed by the Physical Therapist (PT)

    + Assist with Patient Mobility: h elp patients get in and out of bed, walk, use assistive devices, and perform exercises safely

    + Monitor Patient Responses: o bserve and report patient progress, pain levels, or adverse reactions during therapy sessions to the supervising PT

    + Educate Patients: t each patients proper movement techniques, safety precautions, and how to use walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids

    + Prepare Equipment: s et up and clean therapy areas, and ensure equipment is functioning properly

    Qualifications

    Education and Work Experience

     

    + A.A. Degree.

    + Current state Physical Therapist Assistance license.

    + Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current.

    + Healthcare experience preferred.

     

    Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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    Employment Status

     

    Full Time

     

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    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

     

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    FacilitySouthern Regional Medical Center

     

    LocationUS-GA-Riverdale

    ID2025-214877

    CategoryClinical Professional

     

    Position TypeFull Time

     

    ShiftDays

     

    Job TypeNon-Exempt