Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant assists one or more physical therapists in evaluations, tests, and treatments of patients. Prepares patients and equipment for therapy and implements treatment plans as instructed, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Being a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant records patient's reaction to treatment and provides status reports at the end of each treatment to the physical therapist. Requires an associate degree. Additionally, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant requires State physical therapist assistant license. Typically reports to a physical therapist. Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.
  • Tuscaloosa, AL FULL_TIME
  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
    Job Description/Summary
     
    PRIMARY FUNCTION
     
    The assistant is a skilled, technical worker who performs physical therapy treatments and related duties as assigned by the therapist.
     
    QUALIFICATIONS
     
    EDUCATION:  Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants.
     
    EXPERIENCE:  None required.
     
    REGISTERED:  Licensure by the Board of Physical Therapy in applicable State.
     
    PHYSICAL DEMANDS
             
    Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses a great majority of physical motion in performing day to day activities of work. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and do a great deal of walking without experiencing extreme fatigue. Lifting and carrying equipment supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs. without help; over 50 lbs. with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel. Operation of electrical equipment.
     
    INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
     
    1. Supervises Rehab Technicians.
    2. Treats patients after the evaluation has been performed by a Registered Physical Therapist.
    3. Participates in in-service training for clinical staff.
    4. Consult with the physical therapist regarding the patients progress and plan of care.
    5. Interacts with other departments involved with individual patients regarding patient's progress.
     
    RESPONSIBILITIES
    1. Adheres to the code of ethics of the APTA.
    2. Reports to the staff Physical Therapists/Clinical Director concerning Physical Therapy matters.
    3. Carries out the physical therapy procedures according to the Plan of Care of the Registered Physical Therapist.
    4. Covers instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist.
    5. Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient.
    6. Maintains proper attitude of encouragement toward the patient without giving false hope.
    7. Counsels patient and/or family on special problems with advice from the Registered Physical Therapist.
    8. Helps the patient become physically, emotionally, and socially independent.
    9. Utilizes proper procedures which will be in keeping with good patient care, but reasonable in expense to the department, such as supplies, equipment, linens, and time usage.
    10. Submit in writing to the Registered Physical Therapist/Supervisor on duty, any recorded incident or accident with patient or employee as it occurs.
    11. Documents on all patients' treatments received according to the policies and procedures of the physical therapy department.

     GENERAL
     
    SOURCE OF WORKERS:  From schools and from classified ads in professional publications.
     
    SUPERVISED BY:  Staff Therapist and Clinic Director.
     
    WORKERS SUPERVISED:  Technicians/aids and students. 

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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.
  • Fayette, AL FULL_TIME
  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Job Description/Summary PRIMARY FUNCTION The assistant is a skilled, technical worker who performs physical therapy treatments and related duties as assigned by t...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant | Full-Time in Fayette, AL
  • Champion, Partners in Rehab
  • Northport, AL FULL_TIME
  • This is a Full-Time (40 hours/week) Outpatient Position in Fayette, AL. Location: Fayette Medical Center Please apply at https://championpartnersinrehab.applicantstack.com/x/openings to confirm that t...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • ATI Physical Therapy
  • Livingston, AL OTHER
  • Overview This position is eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus and a $25,000 loan reimbursement. Stronger Together: ATI is the largest physical therapy company under one brand, growing to over 900 loc...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • ATI Physical Therapy
  • Tuscaloosa, AL FULL_TIME
  • Overview This position is eligible for up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus or $25,000 Loan Reimbursement Stronger Together: ATI is the largest outpatient physical therapy company under one brand, growing to o...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Upstream Rehabilitation
  • Northport, AL FULL_TIME
  • Drayer Physical Therapy, a brand partner of Upstream Rehabilitation, is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Northport, Alabama Student loan repayment offered!Who we are…A ne...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Upstream Rehabilitation , Inc.
  • Northport, AL
  • Drayer Physical Therapy, a brand partner of Upstream Rehabilitation, is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to jo...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,490 per week
  • GetMed Allied
  • Montevallo, AL
  • Aureus Medical Group - Therapy is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Montevallo, Alabama. J...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,900 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Montevallo, AL
  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Montevallo, Alabama. Job De...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $2,002 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Montevallo, AL
  • Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Montevallo, Alabama. Job Descri...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,903 per week
  • GetMed Allied
  • Montevallo, AL
  • Marvel Medical Staffing Therapy is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Montevallo, Alabama. ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,678 per week
  • Stability Healthcare
  • Montevallo, AL
  • OneStaff Medical is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Montevallo, Alabama. Job Description...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,320 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Montevallo, AL
  • Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Montevallo, Alabama. Jo...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,789 per week
  • Stability Healthcare
  • Montevallo, AL
  • GLC On-The-Go is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Montevallo, Alabama. Job Description & ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tuscaloosa (/tʌskəˈluːsə/ TUS-kə-LOO-sə) is a city in and the seat of Tuscaloosa County in west central Alabama (in the southeastern United States). Located on the Black Warrior River at the Atlantic Seaboard fall line of the Piedmont, it is the fifth-largest city in Alabama, with an estimated population of 100,287 in 2017. The city was originally known as Tuskaloosa until the early 20th century. Incorporated as a town on December 13, 1819, it was named after Tuskaloosa, the chief of a band of Muskogean-speaking people. They battled and were defeated by forces of Spanish explorer Hernando de S...
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Income Estimation for Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant jobs
$54,259 to $66,204
Tuscaloosa, Alabama area prices
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