Physical Therapist Assistant (Lic)

NC-Charlotte

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Req #: 236637
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Location: Presbyterian Medical Center | Charlotte, NC

Department: Physical Therapy| Inpatient Setting
Hours: Part-time | 8am - 4:30pm | Monday - Friday | Weekend & Holiday Rotation

Start Your PTA Career Strong-or Take It to the Next Level.
Whether you're a new graduate ready to make your mark or an experienced therapist looking for a purpose-driven team, this is your chance to grow with one of the region's most respected healthcare providers. Join a collaborative rehab team where you work directly to support the quality of life for every patient.

Why This Role?

* Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus (for eligible external candidates)
* Qualifies for Novant Health's Career Ladder Program (in which achievements earn elevated pay rates)
* Supportive Team Culture in a Leading Outpatient Rehab Setting

Responsibilities:

* Provides therapy services consistent with licensure under the direction and supervision of a licensed therapist and functions as part of an interdisciplinary team.
* Delivers care that is consistent with the physical therapy practice act in the appropriate state and adheres to APTA Code of Ethics.
* Completes routine patient treatments independently while maintaining patient safety. Requires infrequent guidance/mentoring for complex patients.
* Appropriately seeks guidance and assistance when necessary.
* Participates in development of an individualized patient treatment plan.
* Collects patient information/data relative to patient progress toward outcome goals, consistent with licensure, and provides feedback to evaluate effectiveness of treatment plan.
* Demonstrates technical competencies and job knowledge involving unusual or infrequent circumstances. Participates in delegating patient care needs.
* Communicate with patients, families, and visitors in a caring and empathetic way.
* Provides timely and accurate information to all health care team members involved in the care of the patients, both within and outside of the organization.
* Documentation is timely, legible, accurate, consistent with established procedures, and inclusive of treatment, response to interventions, and discharge planning needs as permitted by licensure.

Qualifications:

* Education: Graduate from an accredited PT assistant program, required.
* Licensure/Certification: Appropriate state PT assistant license, required.
			
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