Orthopedic Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) - Per Diem

Hartford HealthCare; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare, in partnership with Orthopedic Associates of Hartford (OAH), seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in assessments and implement treatment plans for patients with acute or chronic physical dysfunction at our Farmington location.

Under supervision of a Physical Therapist, the PTA uses therapy techniques, documents interventions, and contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered care team. Per diem hours; clinic operates M-F 7am-7pm.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Physical Therapy Assistant Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school; Associates degree required.
• Connecticut state licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population.
• Documents treatment interventions.
• May coordinate activities of rehab aides, students and other support personnel.
• Communicates/documents information relevant to patient care to ensure effective, efficient delivery of quality service, and maximum reimbursement for services.
• Demonstrates efficient utilization of products, supplies, equipment and time to ensure the timely completion of duties and promote the smooth operation of the department. Meets productivity targets.
• Actively employs established safety precautions and procedures in performance of job responsibilities in order to ensure a safe environment for patients, guests and co-workers.

Education

PTA program graduate (Associates degree)

Connecticut state licensure

Job description

Location Detail: 499 Farmington Ave Farmington (10114)

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed)

Hours: Per Diem

Shift: Clinic is open M-F 7am - 7pm

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Orthopedic Associates of Hartford (OAH)

Where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt.

At Orthopedic Associates of Hartford (OAH), in partnership with Hartford HealthCare, you’ll be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for every patient, every visit. Our therapists work directly within OAH offices—alongside some of the region’s most respected orthopedic physicians—to provide high‑quality, collaborative, patient‑centered care.

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) assists in performing assessments, determining, revising and implementing treatment plan in order to identify, prevent, remediate and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) utilizes treatment skills and tools in order to measure and assess patient needs, therapeutic application of physical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population
• Documents treatment interventions
• May coordinate activities of rehab aides, students and other support personnel
• Communicates/documents information relevant to patient care to ensure effective, efficient delivery of quality service, and maximum reimbursement for services
• Demonstrates efficient utilization of products, supplies, equipment and time to ensure the timely completion of duties and promote the smooth operation of the department. Meets productivity targets
• Actively employs established safety precautions and procedures in performance of job responsibilities in order to ensure a safe environment for patients, guests and co-workers

Qualifications

• Graduate of Physical Therapy Assistant Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school, Associates degree required.
• Connecticut state licensure required

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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide career advancement and continuing education opportunities, and a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.