Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Premier Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine • Glen Mills, PA

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Premier Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. This full-time position involves executing treatment plans, maintaining effective communication with healthcare professionals, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. The PTA will work closely with patients to address their needs and contribute to their recovery process.

Requirements

• Requires an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Must be certified in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of one year experience in an out-patient Physical Therapy clinic or equivalent experience.
• Current state PTA certification.
• Knowledge of physical therapy principles, standards, and practices.
• Knowledge of how to use the physical therapy equipment.
• Knowledge of company policies, OSHA, and infection control regulations.
• Consistently using effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains effective communication with physicians, staff, and other departments.
• Executes plan of care within and in full compliance with state board recommendations and guidelines.
• Responds to patient questions and inquiries as required to resolve problems and maintain high patient standards.
• Documents care and other patient information for the medical record and per state practice act.
• Fully integrated as the primary member of the treatment team for each case in caseload.
• Complies with department policies and procedures and state regulations for OSHA and infection control.
• Assists with training Physical Therapy Aides.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental plans
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• Generous 401(k) match
• Generous paid sick and vacation time
• 7 paid holidays each year
• Flexible work hours
• CME/CEU reimbursement of up to $1,500 annually
• Employee referral reward program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees