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Innovative Therapy Concepts

Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist Assistant at OrthoGeorgia in Macon

Innovative Therapy Concepts, Macon, Georgia, us, 31297

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Location Macon, Georgia

Employment Type Full-Time

Overview Innovative Therapy Concepts (ITC) is a Physical Therapist owned and operated Therapy Management Organization that was founded by Joe Sapp, PT in 2006. We partner with OrthoGeorgia to manage all therapy operations. We are searching for a Physical Therapist Assistant that will practice in the outpatient orthopedic setting with the opportunity to treat a variety of surgical and non‑operative patients. Exposure to a diverse caseload treating upper and lower extremity as well as spine patients. The team atmosphere that is promoted makes for a great work environment.

What We Offer

Competitive salary plus weekly productivity bonus

Excellent benefits package, including 401k with company match – vested from day one

$1,000 continuing education allotment

Reimbursement for licensure and membership dues

Wellness Program where we reimburse up to $30 a month towards gym membership as well as participation in active community events (5 K’s/Fun Runs/Mud Runs/Triathlons/etc.)

Clinical Mentorship targeting the development of your clinical skillset

Career Development through the ITC Elevate Program focused on both personal and professional growth. We seek to promote from within ITC!

Referral Program issuing bonuses for the referral of another team member

We Are Seeking

Physical Therapist Assistant with a strong drive to learn and grow – enhance your clinical skills while working with an experienced team

Candidate with a strong emphasis on patient care, quality, outcomes, and efficiency

Graduate from a CAPTE‑accredited PTA program

Responsible individual with a solid work ethic

Excellent communication and people skills

New graduates are welcome to apply. Our clinical education and mentorship allow for a successful transition from PTA school to this clinical setting

Responsibilities Administers physical therapy treatments to patients, working under direction of and as assistant to Physical Therapist by performing the following duties:

Administers active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and heat, light, sound, water and electrical modality treatments such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot and cold packs

Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain

Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to learn and improve functional activities such as preambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities

Observes patients during treatments and compiles and evaluates data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress and reports orally or in writing to Physical Therapist

Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs

Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs

Gives orientation to new Physical Therapist Assistants and directs and gives instructions to Physical Therapy Aides

Performs clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms

Measures patient’s range‑of‑joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine effects of specific treatments or to assist Physical Therapist to compile data for patient evaluations

Monitors treatments administered by Physical Therapy Aides

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must:

Analytical, Design, Problem Solving, Technical Skills, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Teamwork, Visionary Leadership, Quality Management, Business Acumen, Diversity, Ethics, Organizational Support, Judgment, Motivation, Planning/Organizing, Professionalism, Quality, Quantity, Safety and Security, Adaptability, Attendance/Punctuality, Dependability, Initiative, and Innovation.

Must have an active and current Physical Therapist Assistant License that allows you to practice in the state in which you work. Must be willing to work occasional weekend shifts in designated sites. Should have strong interpersonal and communication skills in order to educate patients about their condition, treatments, and to communicate with patients’ families. Should also be compassionate and possess a desire to help patients.

Education And/or Experience Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.

Work Environment Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, occasional vibration, moderate noise level.

Legal Statement This position is subject to drug testing, background check, and verification of credentials.

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