Physical Therapy Assistant

$54,080 - $60,320/Yr

Synchrony Health Services - Charleston, SC

Full-time - Entry Level

Charleston, SC

About the position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Synchrony Rehab is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist in a senior living community. This role involves implementing treatment plans, observing patient responses, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, electrical stimulation).
• Observe patient responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings and any concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide instructions to patients and their families on exercise techniques, safety precautions, and strategies to support continued progress at home.
• Support Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification, preferred.
• Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
• 0-1 years of experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan repayment program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental Health Support Program
• Health, vision, dental & life insurance starting on the first day of the month following your start date
• First time homebuyers' program