Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist Assistant at OrthoGeorgia in Macon

OverviewPosition:
Ortho Georgia Macon - Outpatient Physical Therapist AssistantLocation:

Macon, Georgia

Experience:
Experienced Licensed Physical Therapist Assistants New Graduates Welcome to ApplyEmployment Type:
Full-TimeInnovative Therapy Concepts (ITC) is a Physical Therapist owned and operated Therapy Management Organization that was founded by Joe Sapp, PT in 2006. We partner with Ortho Georgia to manage all therapy operations. We are searching for a Physical Therapist Assistant that is seeking to join an organization that seeks to “Elevate the Experience" as we encounter each patient we serve.

This career opportunity allows for a Physical Therapist Assistant to practice in the outpatient orthopedic setting with the opportunity to treat a variety of surgical and non-operative patients. Exposure to a diverse caseload treating upper and lower extremity as well as spine patients. Therapist will administer treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability under the supervision of onsite Physical Therapist.

The team atmosphere that is promoted makes for a great work environment!

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary plus weekly productivity bonus
• Excellent benefits package, including 401k with company match - Vested from day one
• $1,000 continuing education allotment
• Reimbursement for licensure and membership dues
• Wellness Program where we reimburse up to $30 a month towards gym membership as well as participation in active community events (5 K’s/Fun Runs/Mud Runs/Triathlons/etc.)
• Clinical Mentorship targeting the development of your clinical skillset
• Career Development through the ITC Elevate Program focused on both personal and professional growth. We seek to promote from within ITC!
• Referral Program issuing bonuses for the referral of another team member

We Are Seeking:

• Physical Therapist Assistant with a strong drive to learn and grow - enhance your clinical skills while working with an experienced team
• Candidate with a strong emphasis on patient care, quality, outcomes, and efficiency
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program
• Responsible individual with a solid work ethic
• Excellent communication and people skills
• New graduates are welcome to apply. Our clinical education and mentorship allow for a successful transition from PTA school to this clinical setting

Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

SummaryAdministers physical therapy treatments to patients, working under direction of and as assistant to Physical Therapist, by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Administers active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatments such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot and cold packs.

Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.

Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to learn and improve functional activities such as preambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.

Observes patients during treatments and compiles and evaluates data on patients' responses to treatments and progress and reports orally or in writing to Physical Therapist.

Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.

Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.

Gives orientation to new Physical Therapist Assistants and directs and gives instructions to Physical Therapy Aides.

Performs clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms.

Measures patient's range-of-joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine effects of specific treatments or to assist Physical Therapist to…