Full Time Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Lukes Hospital•Easton, PA

23h

About The Position

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients improve their mobility and function. The assistant directs patients in carrying out a plan of care established and supervised by a Physical Therapist, documents their progress, and reports issues or concerns. New graduates are welcome, and mentorship is available. The Physical Therapist Assistant works within the practice guidelines established by the applicable Pennsylvania or New Jersey state law. The role includes patient treatment and education, clinical documentation and communication, support for departmental operations and quality improvement, and adherence to organizational standards for safety, confidentiality, service, and responsible use of resources.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, depending on work location.
Work within the practice guidelines defined by applicable Pennsylvania or New Jersey state law.
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.

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 about home exercises, precautions, and self-care.
Monitor patients' vital signs, pain levels, and responses to treatment.
Record patient outcomes, goals, and discharge plans.
Communicate effectively with the Physical Therapist and other team members.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Comply with ethical, legal, and professional standards, as well as Network and departmental policies.
Maintain confidentiality of materials and follow proper information-release procedures.
Follow employee, patient, and environmental safety policies and applicable reporting requirements.
Demonstrate the Network's Service Excellence Standards in interactions with internal and external customers.
Contribute to performance improvement in clinical care and outcomes, customer service, operations, and safety, as appropriate.
Use resources effectively and efficiently and demonstrate financial responsibility and accountability.
Follow attendance and dress-code policies.
Demonstrate competency in assessment, treatment range, growth and development, and communication appropriate to the age of patients treated.
Attend meetings as designated or requested, including multidisciplinary meetings when 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.
Clean and order supplies for daily operations as assigned by the facility director.
Perform other related duties as assigned, such as peer record review.
Participate in continuing education and professional development activities.