Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
Our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services to older adults (age 55+) under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist. This position will implement as directed, components of participant interventions (treatment), obtain data related to the interventions provided, and make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the participant as directed by the Physical Therapist and/or to ensure the participant's safety and comfort. The PTA will work with the team to develop group and individual programs for maintenance to our participants and will perform assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant indirect supervision license in the state of Pennsylvania.
- Valid PA Driver's license.
- Excellent communication skills
- Proven organizational skills
- Basic computer knowledge
Nice To Haves
- One year working with the frail or elder population is highly preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy services to older adults (age 55+) under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist.
- Implement components of participant interventions (treatment) as directed.
- Obtain data related to the interventions provided.
- Make modifications in selected interventions to progress the participant as directed by the Physical Therapist and/or to ensure the participant's safety and comfort.
- Work with the team to develop group and individual programs for maintenance to our participants.
- Perform assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
