Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description Summary Physical Therapist assistant for new clinic in Kiawah Johns Island. Treatment populations may include general ortho, balance, Parkinsons, geriatric, and other.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type Regular

Cost Center CC005605 CHS - Therapy - Occupational Physical Clinic - Sea Islands Offsite

Pay Rate Type Salary

Pay Grade University-CLN07

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Work Shift Job Description Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with associated degree and current valid SC Physical Therapy Assistant license to assist in helping patients recover from injuries and regain mobility through:

• Utilizing appropriate treatment tools and devices needed for patient care.
• Assessing patients before, during, and after therapy sessions, reporting observations to the supervising Physical Therapist (PT) as necessary.
• Providing exercise prescription and assistance based on the PTs treatment plan, guiding patients through these exercises ensuring proper form and technique.
• Utilizing various techniques including stretching exercises, manual techniques within their scope of practice, and massage to treat patients.
• Provide effective patient education and counseling and provide guidance on exercises and techniques patients can perform at home.
• Use of EMR system to document treatment sessions and communicate with primary physical therapist.

Additional Job Description Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelors degree in physical education, physical therapy, or a related field.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy.
• Some positions require CPR certification.

Physical Requirements Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section.

• Continuous: 6-8 hours per shift
• Frequent: 2-6 hours per shift
• Infrequent: 0-2 hours per shift

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform pinching operations. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs. unassisted. (Continuous) Ability to lift objects up to 75 lbs. from floor level to height of 36 inches unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects up to 75 lbs. from height of 36 inches to floor level unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs. assisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects up to 200 lbs. unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects, depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Continuous) Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically by medical personnel for respirator use initially and annually. (Continuous)

Additional New Requirements

• Ability to maintain a valid drivers license.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic, enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us.

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