Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

UPMC•Cranberry Township, PA

16d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides patient-centered rehabilitation care to help patients regain function and improve quality of life. The role provides therapeutic interventions for all age groups according to treatment programs developed by physical therapists, and adjusts implementation as needed based on patient response and medical status. New graduates are welcome, and training is available for the right candidate. The position works Monday through Friday, with a schedule spanning 6:30 AM–8:00 PM; there are no weekends, holidays, or on-call duties.

Requirements

Graduate from a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Associate degree as a physical therapist assistant.
Knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
CPR certification meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, required within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist Assistant Indirect Supervision credential.
Act 33 clearance with renewal.
Act 34 clearance with renewal.
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.

Nice To Haves

Outpatient orthopedic experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate in staff meetings, development programs, and committees.
Complete charge and statistical information accurately to reflect services rendered.
Provide therapeutic interventions for all age groups based on treatment programs developed by physical therapists.
Assist physical therapists with patient surveys within the scope of practice.
Maintain comprehensive written and electronic documentation of clinical services.
Rotate through treatment areas or facilities as needed.
Provide supervisors with objective feedback on department performance and emergencies.
Schedule work to meet or exceed facility productivity standards.
Implement treatment programs according to physical therapist plans, adjusting as needed based on patient response and medical status.

Benefits

Up to $3,500 sign-on bonus.
Competitive pay based on years of applicable experience.
Retirement savings plan and employer-sponsored pension.
Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Continuing education opportunities throughout the year, including a paid MedBridge membership.
Up to 5.5 weeks of PTO annually, plus 7 paid holidays.
Health and well-being benefits.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness programs that can earn additional PTO.
Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year for employees and eligible dependents.
Specialty programs and career development opportunities.