Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (Fulltime)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant in Lancaster, PA. In this role, you will assist in patient-related activities and implement treatment procedures under supervision.

Ideal candidates will hold an Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant and be certified by the State Board. Join us in a collaborative environment dedicated to patient care and innovative research.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment procedures under supervision of the evaluating Physical Therapist.
• Maintain understanding of patient's history and treatment goals.
• Communicate with patients and families about treatment plans.
• Supervise equipment use and ensure safety
• Document treatment and follow billing procedures.

Skills

Understanding patient history

Treatment procedure implementation

Communication skills

Monitoring patient response

Documentation skills

Education

Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Registered Physical Therapy Assistant certification

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

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

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location: Lancaster, PA

Clinical Ladder/Tuition Assistance: Our rates just got better. We invest in our team with higher pay rates for this position.

Outpatient Clinic Hours: Typically 7:00 am start 3 days/week and 2 days/week until closed based on business needs.

Position Summary

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

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

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes a prepaid tuition assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.