POSITION SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of a licensed Physical
Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for providing
established physical therapy treatments and modalities in accordance with
established policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of patient
care at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must hold a current state license and must maintain license renewal in
accordance with the Board of Physical Therapy
2. Long term acute care and rehabilitation experience is preferred;
3. Maintain current CPR
4. Must be able to read, write, and speak English, as well as possess good
verbal and written communications skills.
5. Basic computer skills with minimal guidance
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical: Walking - up to 75% Standing - up to 75% Kneeling
- up to 75% Sitting - up to 25% Pushing - up to
50% Bending - up to 75%
Squatting - up to 50% Pulling - up to 50% Reaching - up
to 25%
Lifting - up to 100lbs Wrist/Finger Movements - up to 90%
Mental: Stress Level: Moderate
CERTIFICATIONS: CPR Certification