Casual PTA: Daylight Hours, Flexible Schedule

UPMC; Muncy (Lycoming County); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible casual scheduling

Daylight hours

Supportive rehabilitation team

Diverse patient population

Meaningful work that helps patients

Job summary

UPMC's Muncy Place is seeking a Casual Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support rehabilitation services. You'll work under a licensed Physical Therapist, delivering skilled physical therapy services to help patients regain mobility and independence.

This flexible position offers daylight hours with weekend and holiday coverage on an as-needed basis, in a collaborative rehabilitation team focused on patient-centered care and safe documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized physical therapy treatments according to established plans of care.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes in condition or treatment response to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist in the treatment and assessment of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients within the scope of practice.
• Utilize evidence-based treatment techniques to maximize patient outcomes and functional independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation that meets regulatory and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams to support optimal outcomes.
• Supervise and effectively utilize rehabilitation support staff in accordance with state practice regulations.
• Complete charge entry and statistical reporting accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with patient transport as needed in a safe, professional, and compassionate manner.
• Rotate between treatment areas or facilities as operational needs require.
• Meet productivity standards while maintaining a high level of patient care.
• Participate in staff meetings, continuing education, departmental initiatives, and professional development activities.
• Provide constructive feedback and support continuous improvement efforts within the department.

Job description

UPMC's Muncy Place is seeking a Casual Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support rehabilitation services. You'll work under a licensed Physical Therapist, delivering skilled physical therapy services to help patients regain mobility and independence.

This flexible position offers daylight hours with weekend and holiday coverage on an as-needed basis, in a collaborative rehabilitation team focused on patient-centered care and safe documentation practices.