Part-Time PTA – Aquatic & Fall Prevention

Tri-State Orthopaedics; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

Tri-State Physical Therapy (TSPT), a division of Tri-State Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, is seeking a part-time Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our North Hills office located in McCandless. Aquatic and Fall Prevention experience a plus, with primary duties to assist the Physical Therapists in carrying out an Aquatic and Fall Prevention Program and to implement treatment goals and plans.

Qualifications include a CAPTE-accredited two-year PTA degree, current PA licensure, strong

Qualifications

• PTA education required (CAPTE-accredited Associate Degree).
• Current Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Licensure/Certification.
• Competency in therapy principles, techniques, and equipment usage.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist PT in aquatic and fall prevention program.
• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs established by the PT.
• Carry out therapeutic interventions to meet long-term patient goals (posture, strength, balance, endurance, mobility).
• Instruct patients on home exercise programs and activities of daily living.
• Prepare daily clinical notes and routine progress reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of medical records and facility information.
• Maintain accurate billing information per facility procedures.
• Support staff and family training through in-services and consultations.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms.

Good organizational skills

EMR proficiency

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA degree (2-year Associate)

Job description

Tri-State Physical Therapy (TSPT), a division of Tri-State Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, is seeking a part-time Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our North Hills office located in McCandless. Aquatic and Fall Prevention experience a plus, with primary duties to assist the Physical Therapists in carrying out an Aquatic and Fall Prevention Program and to implement treatment goals and plans.

Qualifications include a CAPTE-accredited two-year PTA degree, current PA licensure, strong