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Physical Therapy Assistant
United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Columbia, SC
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position at the Department of Veterans Affairs involves providing physical therapy services to both outpatients and inpatients under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist. This role is open to candidates at various levels, from entry-level to journey-level, and requires ongoing support and clinical direction from experienced staff. PTAs will perform assessments, implement treatment plans, and assist patients in improving their functional activities, with a focus on evidence-based practices.
Responsibilities
- Perform preliminary chart reviews including medical history and contraindications for treatment.
- Obtain appropriate subjective history and demonstrate the ability to interpret information gained through subjective history.
- Treat patients through basic exercise, massage, modalities, gait, and balance training and other therapeutic interventions.
- Recommend changes in treatment based on changes in physical, mental, and/or medical status of the patient.
- Instruct, motivate, and assist patients to learn and improve functional activities.
- Participate with the physical therapist in planning and implementing treatment programs for patients with a variety of diagnoses.
- Independently use objective measures to assess progress in accordance with the plan of care for complex patient cases.
- Identify critical changes in patient conditions to determine their medical and functional status.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Must have an Associate degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant education program or equivalent qualifications.
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted license as a PTA in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the U.S.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
- Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding.
