• Observe patients before, during, and after therapy, noting the patient’s status and reporting it to a physical therapist
• Help patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care
• Treat patients using a variety of techniques, such as massage and stretching
• Use devices and equipment, such as walkers, to help patients
• Educate patients and family members about what to do after treatment

Requirements

Associate's Degree from an accredited therapy program and performed the required clinical internships satisfactorily
Ability to utilize therapy equipment in an outpatient rehabilitation setting to provide treatment and procedures
Physical Therapist Assistant - South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Required
Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association within 30 Days Required

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Hard Skills

patient observation
exercise therapy
massage techniques
stretching techniques
therapy equipment utilization
treatment procedures

Soft Skills

communication
patient education
interpersonal skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in therapy
Physical Therapist Assistant
Basic Life Support Certified

Physical Therapist Assistant

Occupational Therapist, OT - FT Days