Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Medical • Ansonia, CT

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a licensed physical therapist assistant to provide patient care at its outpatient orthopedic center in Ansonia, Connecticut. The clinical team treats patients of all ages and abilities, with a diverse caseload that includes sports medicine, general orthopedics, vestibular, and workers’ compensation patients, ranging from teens through adults. The center is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with evening hours serving its active sports medicine and orthopedic population. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday; PRN and part-time opportunities are also available. Compensation is $27–$40 per hour, based on experience.

The physical therapist assistant provides care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, as required by the State Practice Act. The role implements high-quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers, and facilities in accordance with physical therapy principles and practices and Select Medical policies and procedures. The assistant also maintains positive interactions with centers and patients and develops client relations with centers and their staff.

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 mandated 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 Select Medical policies and procedures.
• Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients.
• 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