Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Powdersville Post Acute is a 60-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility located in Easley, S.C. just moments away from downtown Greenville. Here, we believe that no single job is more important than another. You'll routinely see our leadership team making rounds and checking in to make sure everyone feels supported and heard. We just do things differently here, starting with offering the following to our part-time staff members:

• $30-35/hr

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefit plan options

• PTO and 401K Matching

• PRN opportunities within the largest network in S.C.

General Purpose

The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.

Essential Duties

• Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.

• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.

• Assist in maintaining department.

• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.

• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.

• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.

• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.

• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.

• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.

• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.

• Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.

• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.

• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States.    

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.    

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.

Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.  

Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.