Advanced Clinical PT Assistant – Rehab Impact

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PCH Princeton Community Hospital in West Virginia is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering care under supervision. The role emphasizes adherence to the plan of care, patient instruction, and accurate documentation.

A strong licensure background and BLS are required, with four years of PTA experience preferred; specialty certifications are welcomed. This position offers full-time hours, on-site work, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a

Qualifications

• Current PTA licensure in the applicable state.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• Four years of PTA experience.
• Preferred: specialty certifications (APTA, BIAA, LANA).

Responsibilities

• Applies research and proven techniques to prevent or treat conditions that limit movement by implementing the plan of care.
• Determines and revises priorities for direct/indirect patient care in collaboration with nursing.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in treatment programs and documents demonstrations.
• Documents all treatments in EMR according to policy.
• Submits accurate charges for services rendered and oversees student/volunteer supervision.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

PTA licensure (applicable state)

BLS certification within 30 days

Four years PTA experience

APTA Advanced Proficiency Pathways

Brain Injury Specialist (BIAA)

Lymphedema Therapist (LANA)

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

PCH Princeton Community Hospital in West Virginia is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering care under supervision. The role emphasizes adherence to the plan of care, patient instruction, and accurate documentation.

A strong licensure background and BLS are required, with four years of PTA experience preferred; specialty certifications are welcomed. This position offers full-time hours, on-site work, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a