Physical Therapist Assistant

Overview:

BreakThrough Physical Therapy is a member of the Confluent Health family of physical and occupational therapy companies that are transforming healthcare by strengthening private practices and developing highly effective clinicians all across the country. We are looking for a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team.

At BreakThrough Physical Therapy, you'll find a great culture because we want our employees to love coming to work and do what they love - helping our patients get back to their everyday lives. We provide you with a fun, family-like environment, support, unlimited career growth opportunities and unmatched resources.

Job Type: PRN

Pay: $23 - $34 per hour

Compensation will be based on experience.
Responsibilities:

Essential Functions for Physical Therapist Assistant Position:

Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to learn and improve functional activities.
Timely documentation
Observes patients during treatments and compiles and evaluates data on patients' responses to treatment 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 Technicians
Qualifications:

Required Experience and Skills for Physical Therapist Assistant Position:

Graduate of an Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program, licensed or eligible and willing to get licensure in North Carolina
One or more years of licensed outpatient experience (preferred)
Desire to be a part of team that emphasizes a service-based culture of excellence and life-long learning
Truly enjoys the work of helping others in an environment that is fun and rewarding

EOE