Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Country Meadows•Bethlehem, PA

About The Position

At Country Meadows, our therapy teams help residents move with confidence, independence, and purpose. Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) play an essential role in delivering resident-centered physical therapy services that support rehabilitation, functional independence, and quality of life. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA works collaboratively with residents, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to implement individualized treatment plans in accordance with Pennsylvania licensure requirements, professional standards, and organizational policies. Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) Responsibilities: Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with established plans of care Provide therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, functional and mobility training, gait training, manual therapy as directed, and application of physical agent and mechanical modalities Observe patient responses to treatment and communicate progress, tolerance, and concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist Assist the Physical Therapist during evaluations, testing, and complex procedures as directed Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in safe mobility techniques and therapeutic activities under supervision Organize and facilitate individual and group treatment activities in collaboration with the Physical Therapist Participate in patient care conferences, rehabilitation meetings, and interdisciplinary collaboration Ensure adherence to patient schedules, departmental expectations, and rehabilitation service standards Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory, payer, and organizational requirements Support a safe care environment by identifying and reporting safety concerns and equipment needs Deliver care in a respectful, compassionate, and resident-centered manner that recognizes individual needs and rights Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Knowledge of physical therapy treatment techniques appropriate to the PTA scope of practice Ability to implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team Must be able to communicate the English language effectively both orally and in writing, and comprehend the same Our investment in you: Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k) Length of service bonus Generous paid time off, including holidays, your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning and the opportunity to roll over unused time Supplemental life insurance, company-paid short-term disability and supplemental short- and long-term disability plans Our support for you: Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa. Direct access to your supervisory team Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement On-the-job training and continuing education Employee assistance program for you and your family Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need) Helping Hand interest-free loans About Country Meadows: We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 30 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better. EOE

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Knowledge of physical therapy treatment techniques appropriate to the PTA scope of practice
Ability to implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team
Must be able to communicate the English language effectively both orally and in writing, and comprehend the same

Responsibilities

Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with established plans of care
Provide therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, functional and mobility training, gait training, manual therapy as directed, and application of physical agent and mechanical modalities
Observe patient responses to treatment and communicate progress, tolerance, and concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist
Assist the Physical Therapist during evaluations, testing, and complex procedures as directed
Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in safe mobility techniques and therapeutic activities under supervision
Organize and facilitate individual and group treatment activities in collaboration with the Physical Therapist
Participate in patient care conferences, rehabilitation meetings, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Ensure adherence to patient schedules, departmental expectations, and rehabilitation service standards
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory, payer, and organizational requirements
Support a safe care environment by identifying and reporting safety concerns and equipment needs
Deliver care in a respectful, compassionate, and resident-centered manner that recognizes individual needs and rights

Benefits

Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)
Length of service bonus
Generous paid time off, including holidays, your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning and the opportunity to roll over unused time
Supplemental life insurance, company-paid short-term disability and supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
Direct access to your supervisory team
Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
On-the-job training and continuing education
Employee assistance program for you and your family
Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
Helping Hand interest-free loans