PTA Jobs - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Mediscan is hiring Physical Therapist Assistants to work jobs in the city of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Location: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Myrtle Beach is a coastal resort city in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. It is the de facto hub of both the Myrtle Beach metropolitan area and the Grand Strand, a complex of beach towns and barrier islands stretching from Little River to Georgetown, South Carolina.
Arising from a getaway for lumber workers from Conway, Myrtle Beach has rapidly developed into a major tourist destination in the Southeastern United States in the latter 20th century and 2000s. As of 2006, the metro area had an estimated population of 299,353. According to the 2000 census, the area was the 13th fastest-growing metropolitan area in the United States.
Aside from its many beaches, Myrtle Beach has become a major coastal resort, shopping destination, and convention and conference center. The area features amusement parks as well, such as the Freestyle Music Park, formerly Hard Rock Park. The area also features many malls and the sprawling Broadway at the Beach festival center. The area hosts approximately 14.6 million visitors annually. Coastal Carolina University, located in nearby Conway, serves as the main higher education institute for the area.
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JOB DETAILS:
Working under the direction of physical therapists, assistants possess a great deal of responsibility in providing treatment and
rehabilitative services to patients who have experienced injury or disabling disease. Physical therapist assistants provide patients
with exercises, massages, electrical stimulation, paraffin baths, hot and cold packs, traction and ultrasound, among other assigned
duties. These individuals are also responsible for the monitoring and documentation of patient treatment and response.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Graduation from an accredited program
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lifts, positions, pushes and transfers patients and or supplies and equipment. Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. Key board activity
and equipment maneuvering, view screen and assess patients while scanning.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Therapist reports to the Recruiting Manager and or Account Executive. This position will also have accountability to the Department Manager or Supervisor.
* Please note - availability may vary. If current position is filled, our specialists will actively find you employment opportunities in the desired locations you choose.
