Inpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (Per Diem/Part-time)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in Lancaster is seeking an Inpatient Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in performing therapy procedures. This part-time role involves implementing treatment plans under supervision, monitoring patient responses, and maintaining records. Candidates must possess an Associate degree in Physical Therapy and CPR certification. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment while contributing to innovative patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered Physical Therapy Assistant issued by the State Board of Physical Therapy.
• Understanding of patient's history, precautions, and pertinent information affecting treatment.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment procedures under supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Communicate with patients and family members regarding treatment plans.
• Monitor patients' responses to interventions and maintain proper documentation.

Skills

Physical Therapy procedures

Patient communication

Objective measurement monitoring

Education

Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant

CPR certification

Job description

Penn Medicine Mission

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

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Inpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Per Diem/Part-time

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists the Physical Therapist in patient‑related activity by performing Physical Therapy procedures and selected tests and measurements which are delegated by the Physical Therapist and which are commensurate with a Physical Therapist Assistant's education, preparation and experience. Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: pediatric (30 days through 12 years), adolescent (13 through 18 years), adult (19 through 64 years), and geriatric (65 years and above).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implements treatment procedures in accordance with goals and plan programs established by and under the supervision of the evaluating Physical Therapist. Maintains an understanding of the patient's history, precautions, contraindications, diagnosis, goals, potential, and pertinent information that would affect treatment.
• Communicates with patient, family members and other team members to explain the rationale of the treatment plan.
• Supervises the patient's use of all equipment and takes the necessary precautions in implementing the prescribed treatment.
• Monitors through subjective and objective measurements the patient's response to intervention, and reports to the supervising Physical Therapist if alteration in treatment program is indicated.
• Maintains the proper documentation in patient's records of treatment. Follows billing and reimbursement procedures according to departmental and regulatory guidelines.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

• Assists with maintenance and monitoring of work schedule.
• Assists with general housekeeping to provide a clean, comfortable, orderly, and safe environment.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant is required, issued by an American Physical Therapy Association‑approved program. Also, the individual must be a Registered Physical Therapy Assistant, issued by the State Board of Physical Therapy.
• CPR certification required.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.