Physical Therapist Assistant

Willow Valley Communities • Pequea Township, PA

71d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Willow Valley Communities and Help Transform Lives Through Movement and Care! Are you passionate about helping others regain strength, restore mobility, and improve their quality of life? Willow Valley Communities is looking for a dedicated PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our exceptional therapy team and make a meaningful difference every day. In this rewarding role, you'll organize and administer medically prescribed Physical Therapy programs across all levels of living, working under the direction of a Physical Therapist to support residents and patients experiencing chronic or acute injuries, as well as muscle, nerve, joint, and bone conditions. Enjoy the unique opportunity to provide care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, gaining diverse clinical experience while helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence, function, and well-being.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from an accredited physical therapy program at a four-year college or university
• Must be board certified and licensed by the state
• Computer literacy required
• Current Pennsylvania Indirect Physical Therapy Assistant license required

Responsibilities

• Model exceptional customer service while demonstrating care, compassion, and trust toward residents and fellow team members.
• Administer active and passive therapeutic treatments, including heat, light, sound, water, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, ultraviolet, infrared, diathermy, and hot/cold pack modalities to improve and maintain function.
• Review physician referrals, patient conditions, and medical records to determine appropriate physical therapy treatment.
• Assess and measure patient strength, range of motion, motor development, muscle tone, sensory awareness, functional capacity, and respiratory/circulatory efficiency to support treatment planning.
• Develop and prepare written plans of care based on patient evaluations.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients with postural and mobility-related activities, as well as the use of assistive devices such as crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, canes, and prostheses.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust interventions to maximize outcomes.
• Administer massage and traction therapies as indicated.
• Accurately document treatments, patient responses, and progress.
• Educate patients and families on continuing treatment procedures at home when appropriate.
• Requisition necessary supplies and equipment.
• Conduct staff in-service training on physical therapy techniques and objectives.
• Evaluate, fit, and adjust prosthetic and orthotic devices while recommending modifications to the Orthotist.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Orient, instruct, and direct physical therapy assistants, aides, and students.
• Partner effectively with therapists, nursing staff, patients, and caregivers to optimize outcomes.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Maintain knowledge of PPS, MDS, Medicare Part B, and other applicable reimbursement systems.
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local standards of care, ethics, and physical therapy practice policies.
• Participate in meetings, seminars, and professional development activities.
• Complete timely clinical documentation, including functional goal-setting and therapeutic plans.
• Complete billing and administrative documentation accurately and on time.
• Perform resident screens in conjunction with annual MDS schedules and nursing referrals.

Benefits

• Generous PTO package plus an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Team member events and recognition programs
• Ongoing career growth and education opportunities, including extensive dementia training led by our dedicated Memory Care Educator

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level