Physical Therapist Assistant

NovaCare Rehabilitation•Lower Merion Township, PA

26d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide therapy in an outpatient clinic serving patients with a wide range of orthopedic and neurological diagnoses, including sports medicine and vestibular/post-concussion conditions. The clinic is a Sports Center of Excellence, supporting focused treatment of athletes, and is staffed by a clinical team of physical and occupational therapists within a larger network of more than 140 clinicians. Mentorship and orientation are available, including for new graduates. The role provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist and implements physical therapy services in accordance with applicable practice standards and company policies.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
Pass a national examination for PTAs certified by CAPTE.
Valid state physical therapist assistant license, or a 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, following physical therapy principles and practices and company policies and procedures.
Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.