Physical Therapist Assistant

US Physical Therapy•Mechanicsburg, PA

19h

About The Position

Madden & Gilbert Physical Therapy is a rehabilitation center in Central Pennsylvania with multiple clinic locations, providing scientific treatment for orthopedic injuries affecting the spine and extremities. The clinic describes its culture as comfortable and positive, with a commitment to patient outcomes and professional growth. The Physical Therapist Assistant performs therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, documents patient progress, communicates patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel, and instructs patients and families. The role also includes providing guidance to students and technicians, assisting with quality assurance, and maintaining technical proficiency in physical therapy principles and techniques.

Requirements

Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
Current Pennsylvania Physical Therapist Assistant licensure.
CPR certification.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively in an autonomous environment.
Basic PC skills and knowledge, including electronic medical record systems, database software, and MS Office.

Nice To Haves

New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Perform therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, ADL training, and wound dressing.
Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.
Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel.
Measure range of motion, strength, and vital signs as needed.
Instruct patients and families on the use of assistive devices and home exercise techniques.
Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.
Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Mentorship from expert clinicians.
COMT certification within two years of hire, covered 100% by Madden & Gilbert.
Annual Medbridge account with unlimited CEUs.
$1,200 in continuing education reimbursement per year.
401(k) with 3% matching.
Healthcare coverage.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability coverage.
Optional short-term disability coverage.
Optional dental and vision coverage.
Career growth opportunities, including clinic director roles and an opportunity for partnership.