Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for Weirton, WV

Odyssey-Rehabilitation; Vermont Terrace (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey-Rehabilitation is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement individualized treatment plans and deliver PT treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in the United States.

The role emphasizes providing customer-focused care, organizing group sessions, and educating patients and families in PT techniques while maintaining accurate documentation and collaborating with the rehab team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program; licensed or eligible per state.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work under supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Provide physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises.
• Assist the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Organize and facilitate treatment groups in consultation with the Physical Therapist.
• Educate customers, families and caregivers in PT techniques under supervision.
• Maintain appropriate and timely documentation for all treated customers.
• Participate in customer care and rehab team meetings as a PT representative.
• Report equipment needs and perform basic maintenance as required.

Skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Job Description: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)Reports to: Physical Therapist/Clinical ManagerJOB SUMMARY:The Physical Therapist Assistant implements physical therapy programs and provides physical therapy treatments to customers to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical TherapistEssential Functions:Implements customer’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist;Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises;Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures;Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Physical Therapist;Instructs customers, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist;Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each customer;Maintains appropriate and timely customer and non-customer documentation for all customers treated;Attends and contributes to customer care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the Physical Therapist;Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;Puts Customer Service First: Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.QUALIFICATIONS:Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.Candidate must be able and willing to practice physical therapy per state guidelines.Must possess good organizational and time management skills.Must have good verbal and written communication skills.