Physical Therapy Assistant Home Health - 14462

Penn Highlands Healthcare; St. Marys; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in St. Marys, Ontario, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under supervision. The ideal candidate must have an accredited degree, appropriate license in Pennsylvania, and strong communication skills. This position offers professional development within a supportive team environment and various employee benefits including medical and dental coverage.

Benefits

Professional Development

Supportive and Experienced Peers

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid Time Off

401k retirement plan with company match

Travel reimbursement

25% discount on services

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapy assistant in Pennsylvania.
• Experience as a physical therapy assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision.
• Follow physician’s plan of care for home health patients.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Good verbal communication

Good written communication

Organization skills

Education

Associate’s degree in science or applied science

Graduate of accredited physical therapy assistant program

Job description

Overview

AS THE PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT, you'll provide physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist or lead physical therapist to home health patients in their place of residence according to the physician’s plan of care.

Qualifications

Other information:

• Be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• Be licensed to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the State of Pennsylvania
• Have appropriate experience as a physical therapy assistant
• Have Home Health experience, preferred
• Have ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills
• Have valid driver’s license required

What We Offer

• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Travel reimbursement
• 25% discount on services at all Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities