Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant; LPTA

Overview

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) – Join to apply for the Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) role at Phoebe Putney Health System
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• Perform treatments and provide exercise instruction and demonstration for patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist. Document treatment results per department procedure. Utilize equipment and technology for best outcomes.

• Education Requirements
  • 2 year / Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
• Experience Requirements
  • 0 - 1 year clinical, medical setting (Preferred)
• Certifications and Licenses
  • Required Certifications/Licenses:
    Basic Life Support (BLS), Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
• General Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Customer Relations
  • Mathematical
  • Analytical
  • Grammar / Spelling
  • Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
  • Follow Verbal Instructions
  • Basic Computer Skills
• Physical Requirements
  • Have near normal vision; clarity of vision (both near and far); ability to distinguish colors
  • Manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks/motion

• General environment:
  Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime

• Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, bending/stooping, twisting at waist, pushing/pulling, reaching above shoulder
• Lift/carry > 50 lbs with assistance (as applicable)

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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