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Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions. Join us in our mission to help people with a temporary or permanent disability, rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life. At Shepherd Center, you’ll discover a diverse and inclusive environment, enlightened leadership, a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect. If you are seeking career advancement, continuing education opportunities coupled with a welcoming and fun workplace, competitive compensation and employment benefits, visit our careers page to explore current openings. The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for treating patients (adolescent, adult, and geriatric) assigned, determining short-term and long-term goals in conjunction with the patient and other Shepherd Center team members, and developing and implementing a comprehensive treatment program to meet these goals. In this active and hands-on position, the Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant works to improve the patient experience through rehabilitation services facilitating patient recovery. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Physical Therapist Assistant provides therapy care to patients, with the guidance of the Physical Therapist. Completes discharge scripts, LOMNs, EDS forms, CMN forms, and PEF. Develops and implements treatment program alongside the Physical Therapist to further patient functional skills, which is then periodically reassessed and adapted. Delivers effective Patient and Family Training to ensure proper patient care. Utilizes and orders in-house trial equipment according to need and correctly fits equipment to the patient. Schedules patients for specialty clinics and programs where appropriate. Determines and orders/recommends appropriate durable medical equipment in consultation with patient, caregivers, payer source and team members. REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION A degree from an accredited program in physical therapy or speech therapy. REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION Current or eligible for licensure in the State of Georgia for OT, SLP, and Pt only Certified by the NCTRC as a certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). CPR certification required (provided by SC) REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working in ABI or SCI specific to the lead ABI or lead SCI recreation Therapy position. The Lead Internship position must have three years’ experience and have had at least one TR intern at Shepherd to apply for the education lead TR Therapist position. REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS Prefer six (6) months if experience for Therapeutic Recreation position. Good verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail is necessary. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS N/A WORKING CONDITIONS Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions. Founded in 1975, Shepherd Center is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the top 10 rehabilitation hospitals in the nation. Patients at Shepherd Center get more than just medical care: They get an experience that brings healing and hope. Shepherd’s team of highly specialized, experienced clinicians are dedicated to helping their patients rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life while promoting safety and injury prevention. Clinicians work with each person to create a blueprint for rehabilitation, tapping into state-of-the-art medical care, therapeutic equipment and comprehensive educational services. Staff members also serve as ambassadors to help patients navigate their journey over a lifetime. At Shepherd Center, we are a family, working together to help patients and their families obtain the care they need plus so much more. Shepherd Center is committed to sharing values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence. We firmly believe that we can best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse staff and by creating a climate of respect that is supportive of their success. Shepherd Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Don't see a specific job that interest you? Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. It's important to be confident about the quality of care you or a loved one will receive when entering a rehabilitation or treatment program. At Shepherd Center, our expert clinicians help patients get the most out of rehabilitation. In fact, our patients are more independent and have better outcomes than the national average.