Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Assistant helps patients recover and regain physical abilities by implementing physical therapy programs and activities, following established recovery plans, and delivering therapy treatments. The role focuses on individualized, patient-centered care that restores, reinforces, and enhances patients’ physical abilities while providing compassionate service to patients and their families. The position is based in a facility and reports to the Director of Rehab. The assistant collaborates with peers, adapts to varied patient needs and care settings, and makes referrals when needed to support patients’ recovery. Powerback describes its services as integrated and individualized, with an emphasis on helping patients move and live better.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
Responsibilities
- Implement physical therapy programs and activities.
- Follow developed recovery plans.
- Deliver therapy treatments.
- Address patients as individuals and work to restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.
- Collaborate with peers and make referrals to help patients receive needed care.
- Ensure patients and their families receive high-quality service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
- Dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
- Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
- Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new graduates.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and relocation assistance through the Journey Travel Program.
- Exclusive discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, and eldercare.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
- Professional development through the Clinicians in Action program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
