Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Physical Therapy • New Britain, CT

22d • $27 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a licensed physical therapist assistant (PTA) for its outpatient orthopedic center in New Britain, Connecticut. The PTA will provide patient care to people of all ages and abilities as part of a highly trained clinical team focused on maximizing functionality and helping patients return to athletics, work, daily life, and other valued activities.

The position serves a purely outpatient orthopedic population in a large, well-equipped, multi-clinician center attached to a large orthopedic physician practice. Therapists collaborate closely with physicians on patient care. The schedule is Monday through Friday, and the hourly wage is $27–$40, based on experience.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
• Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by CAPTE.
• Valid state physical therapist assistant license, or license in process.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, as required by the State Practice Act.
• Implement high-quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers, and facilities with minimal supervision, in accordance with physical therapy principles and practices and Select Medical policies and procedures.
• Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Company matching 401(k) plans.
• Continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses and national certifications.
• Indefinite student debt benefit program.
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree