Physical Therapy Assistant

PHOENIX PHYSICAL THERAPY • Altoona, PA

30d

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant prepares patients and equipment for treatment and assists the Physical Therapist with selected procedures. The role maintains a patient treatment schedule that meets facility needs, communicates with those involved in a patient’s active management about additional needs, treatment modifications, and progress, and supports patient care and safety. The assistant also maintains facility cleanliness and order, attends meetings as required, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in physical therapy or graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Confidentiality and discretion.
• Customer/client engagement.
• Dexterity and ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to balance, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, use tactile sense, perform repetitive motions, see, hear, talk, and maintain visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 2 years of experience within a Physical Therapy facility, nursing home, or rehabilitation agency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the facility.
• Confer with the people most closely associated with the active management of patients, keeping them informed of additional patient needs, treatment modifications, and progress.
• Aid in the care and safety of patients.
• Prepare equipment for patient treatments as requested by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist with selected procedures according to the PT’s directions, checking the patient and equipment during treatment for comfort and safety.
• Perform housekeeping duties and maintain order and cleanliness throughout the facility.
• Attend facility meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree