Overview

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides physical therapy related services by implementing evidence-based and effective treatment interventions to address functional treatment goals established by the physical therapist based on individual patient needs. The physical therapy assistant provides education to patients related to mobility, safety and equipment or assistive device use. Observes, evaluates and documents the results of treatment interventions and discusses any needed treatment plan adjustments with the supervising physical therapist. The physical therapy assistant will work in a minimum of one of the following settings of care: Acute Therapy Services (Raleigh/Cary), Rehab Hospital and Outpatient Rehab. Populations served include stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, other neurological issues, as well as post-surgical orthopedics, cardiac, multi-trauma and debility for both adult and pediatric populations. This position is in the Therapy Services Supplemental Pool and has minimum shift availability requirements per calendar year.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE