Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Luke's University Health Network•Northampton, PA

14d

About The Position

As an outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant at St. Luke's, you will help patients improve mobility and function by carrying out a plan of care established and supervised by a Physical Therapist. You will document patient progress and report issues or concerns. The role also includes supporting the department’s day-to-day operations, maintaining confidentiality and safety, and following applicable ethical, legal, professional, and organizational standards.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, depending on work location; practice must comply with applicable state guidelines.
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent, required upon hire or 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

Experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting is preferred.

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 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 with the physical therapist and other team members.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment; clean and order supplies as assigned.
Comply with ethical, legal, professional, Network, and departmental standards and policies, including confidentiality, safety, attendance, and dress code requirements.
Demonstrate service excellence, performance improvement, and responsible use of resources.
Demonstrate assessment and treatment competency, knowledge of growth and development, and age-appropriate communication.
Attend designated or requested meetings, including multidisciplinary meetings as applicable.
Accurately bill patient accounts for services rendered.
Provide in-services to PT department staff and others.
Participate in quality improvement data collection and planning.
Perform other related duties as assigned, such as peer record review.