Physical Therapy Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Georgia
Physical therapy assistant jobs in Georgia span large health systems like Piedmont Healthcare and Wellstar Health System, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities across Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah. Employers in this state regularly hire internationally trained PTAs, and H-1B visa sponsorship is available for qualifying roles that meet specialty occupation requirements.
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Physical Therapist Assistant PTA – Home Health Services
Special consideration for applicants who currently live in or commutable to Muscogee County, GA!
Home is where the heart is! That's why PruittHealth @ Home is committed to caring for our patients and residents, as well as providing our employees with a rewarding career as a member of our PruittHealth family.
New Pay Per Point Model – Top pay in the industry
Our Compensation Plan for our clinicians is top of market and pays higher for visits that require greater effort. By assigning higher point values, we can directly tie your compensation to the work you perform, and time spent outside of a visit.
JOB PURPOSE:
Provide physical therapy treatments to PruittHealth Home Health patients in their place of residence under the supervision/direction of a physical therapist.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with the development and implementation of the plan of care within goals defined by the physician, patient/patient family and interdisciplinary team.
- Helps maintain continuity of care by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage the patient care plan of care.
- Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of home care and competency in discipline for specific patient care skills, required for the provision of care.
- Meets agency productivity standards and utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
- Completes documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards.
- Assist the physical therapist in assessing the physical disability and level of function of patients.
- Maintains current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines.
- Participate in center/agency surveys (Licensure / JCAHO), and any subsequently required reports.
- Accepts responsibility to report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved.
- Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.
As a member of our team, clinicians will have access to top-of-the-market pay structures with unlimited income potential, progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, opportunity for career growth, additional pay incentives, and flexible schedules – plus a great team environment that reflects our commitment to caring for our 16,000 partners.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a valid and unrestricted professional license in state of practice.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- If foreign-trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist Assistant entry level education in the U.S. by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the APTA.
- Current CPR certification.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 2 years' therapy experience.
- Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Prior Home Health experience is preferable.
Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.
We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth!
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
INTRODUCTION
Physical Therapist Assistant PTA – Home Health Services
Special consideration for applicants who currently live in or commutable to Muscogee County, GA!
Home is where the heart is! That's why PruittHealth @ Home is committed to caring for our patients and residents, as well as providing our employees with a rewarding career as a member of our PruittHealth family.
New Pay Per Point Model – Top pay in the industry
Our Compensation Plan for our clinicians is top of market and pays higher for visits that require greater effort. By assigning higher point values, we can directly tie your compensation to the work you perform, and time spent outside of a visit.
JOB PURPOSE:
Provide physical therapy treatments to PruittHealth Home Health patients in their place of residence under the supervision/direction of a physical therapist.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with the development and implementation of the plan of care within goals defined by the physician, patient/patient family and interdisciplinary team.
- Helps maintain continuity of care by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage the patient care plan of care.
- Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of home care and competency in discipline for specific patient care skills, required for the provision of care.
- Meets agency productivity standards and utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
- Completes documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards.
- Assist the physical therapist in assessing the physical disability and level of function of patients.
- Maintains current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines.
- Participate in center/agency surveys (Licensure / JCAHO), and any subsequently required reports.
- Accepts responsibility to report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved.
- Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.
As a member of our team, clinicians will have access to top-of-the-market pay structures with unlimited income potential, progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, opportunity for career growth, additional pay incentives, and flexible schedules – plus a great team environment that reflects our commitment to caring for our 16,000 partners.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a valid and unrestricted professional license in state of practice.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- If foreign-trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist Assistant entry level education in the U.S. by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the APTA.
- Current CPR certification.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 2 years' therapy experience.
- Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Prior Home Health experience is preferable.
Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.
We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth!
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
For Florida Job Postings Only:
For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Physical Therapy Assistant Job Roles in Georgia
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Which companies sponsor visas for physical therapy assistants in Georgia?
Large health systems including Wellstar Health System, Piedmont Healthcare, and Emory Healthcare have histories of sponsoring work visas for allied health professionals in Georgia. Outpatient rehabilitation chains and long-term care operators with multiple Georgia locations also sponsor PTAs. Sponsorship is more common at larger organizations with dedicated HR and legal resources than at small independent clinics.
Which visa types are most common for physical therapy assistant roles in Georgia?
The H-1B is the most common visa for PTAs in Georgia, though it requires the employer to establish that the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. EB-3 immigrant visa sponsorship is also pursued by some Georgia healthcare employers, particularly those with ongoing staffing needs. International applicants from Australia may explore the E-3 visa as an additional option.
Which cities in Georgia have the most physical therapy assistant sponsorship jobs?
Atlanta has the highest concentration of PTA sponsorship opportunities in Georgia, given its density of hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and rehabilitation centers. Augusta, home to Augusta University Medical Center, is another active hiring market. Savannah and Macon also have regional health systems and long-term care facilities that periodically sponsor internationally trained PTAs.
How to find physical therapy assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Georgia?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to identify Georgia employers actively seeking physical therapy assistants and willing to sponsor. Rather than sorting through thousands of general postings, you can search directly for PTA roles in Georgia with confirmed sponsorship. Creating a profile on Migrate Mate also helps match your credentials to relevant openings across Atlanta, Augusta, and beyond.
What should international PTAs know about working in Georgia specifically?
Georgia requires PTAs to hold a state license from the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy, and international applicants must have their credentials evaluated for equivalency before licensure. Georgia participates in the PT Compact, which can ease multi-state licensing for those already licensed elsewhere in the U.S. Employers sponsoring H-1B PTAs must meet prevailing wage requirements set by the Department of Labor for the specific Georgia metro area.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physical therapy assistant jobs in Georgia?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.