Full Time Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Lukes Hospital•East Stroudsburg, PA

16h

About The Position

St. Luke’s is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients improve mobility and function. The assistant directs patients in carrying out a plan of care established and supervised by a Physical Therapist, documents patient progress, and reports issues or concerns. New graduates are welcome, and mentorship is available. The role follows the applicable Pennsylvania or New Jersey practice guidelines and requires an associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program, a current license based on work location, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or an equivalent credential. BLS certification must be held upon hire or obtained within 30 days of hire. The position also includes documentation and billing, patient and family education, collaboration with the Physical Therapist and other care team members, participation in quality improvement and professional development activities, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. The assistant must comply with applicable ethical, legal, professional, safety, confidentiality, attendance, and dress-code standards.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, based on work location, and practice within the applicable state guidelines.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent, required upon hire or to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Successful completion of a certified physical therapist assistant program and clinical affiliations.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and pathology.
Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and collaborate with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Compassionate, patient, and respectful attitude.
Active CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

New graduates are welcome; mentorship is available.

Responsibilities

Follow the treatment plan established by the Physical Therapist and adjust it as needed.
Assist patients with exercises, manual therapy, modalities, and other interventions.
Educate patients and their families on home exercises, precautions, and self-care.
Monitor patients’ vital signs, pain levels, and responses to treatment.
Document patient progress, outcomes, goals, and discharge plans, and report issues or concerns.
Communicate with the Physical Therapist and other members of the care team.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment; clean and order supplies as assigned.
Comply with ethical, legal, professional, confidentiality, safety, attendance, dress-code, and other Network and departmental policies.
Demonstrate age-appropriate competence in assessment, treatment, growth and development knowledge, and communication.
Attend meetings as designated or requested, including multidisciplinary meetings as applicable.
Accurately bill patient accounts for services rendered.
Provide in-services to Physical Therapy department staff and others.
Participate in quality improvement data collection and planning.
Use resources effectively and efficiently and demonstrate financial responsibility and accountability.
Perform other related duties as assigned, such as peer record review.