Physical Therapist Assistant

Company: PALMETTO PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS L.L.C.
Location: Charleston
Posted on: August 31, 2024

Job Description:

Palmetto Advanced Therapy Services, a division of Palmetto Primary Care Physicians, the largest independent multi-specialty group in South Carolina, was established in 2017 in Charleston, SC. Our mission is to provide patients with episodic or chronic pain, a specialized treatment plan that focuses on their individual needs.

To learn more about Palmetto Advanced Therapy Services, visit or to learn more about Palmetto Primary Care Physicians, visit .

Offer 401K with generous company match
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
Short Term and Long Term Disability Offered

Position Responsibilities:

Utilizes appropriate modalities and administers treatment to referred patients and recommends changes in plan of care as needed
Participate in quality assurance, maintain productivity standards, utilize modalities and exercise equipment appropriately, provide instruction which may include demonstration, written and verbal communication.
Provide feedback and follow up to Physical Therapist/Physician when appropriate, participate in discharge planning.
Provide timely reporting and documentation in the clinical record.
Assist with marketing and promotion of Physical Therapy clinic and facility.
Serves as a customer representative for the Physical Therapy department. Assists Physical Therapy Manager in marketing and promotion of Physical Therapy Clinic and facility.
Participates in departmental development including answering phones, scheduling appointments, changing linen, and general tasks necessary for clinic operation.
Demonstrates mastery of the fundamental obligation of Ethical Code set forth by the American Physical Therapy Association and defined by the practice act for the state of South Carolina to enable patients to achieve greater independence, health and wellness, and enhanced quality of life.
Maintain confidentiality of all patient medical records and propriety information.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Must be well organized, an excellent communicator and a proven leader.
Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
1-year experience in outpatient setting.

Under general supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides assistance in direct patient care and quality service as prescribed by the Physician and/or according to the Plan of Care outlined by the Physical Therapist.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

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