Physical Therapist Assistant

Jobtailor; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in implementing individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in Bethlehem, PA. The role focuses on patient exercise guidance, progress documentation, and ensuring regulatory compliance across care activities.

Responsibilities include collecting patient history, recording progress notes, adapting interventions, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support optimal patient

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA- or CAPTE-accredited physical therapy curriculum.
• Hold a valid State Physical Therapy License.
• Ability to work under supervision and follow treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Collect and record patient history and progress notes.
• Execute treatment plans developed by a physical therapist.
• Assist patients with exercises, stretches, and other therapeutic activities.
• Observe and document patient responses to treatment.
• Report changes to the supervising physical therapist.
• Adjust treatment interventions based on patient performance and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and facility requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss care plans.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Teamwork

Patient Assessment

Documentation

Education

APTA/CAPTE-accredited PT curriculum

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Collect and record patient history and progress notes
• Execute treatment plans developed by a physical therapist
• Assist patients with exercises, stretches, and other therapeutic activities
• Observe and document patient responses to treatment
• Report changes and progress to the supervising physical therapist
• Adjust treatment interventions based on patient performance and feedback from the physical therapist
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and facility requirements
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and progress

Requirements

• Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy (CAPT)
• Hold a valid State Physical Therapy License

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in implementing individualized treatment plans and executing therapeutic interventions under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Proficient in patient assessment, documentation, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Individualized Treatment Plan Implementation
• Patient History Collection
• Therapeutic Exercise Assistance
• Regulatory Compliance
• State Physical Therapy License

Hard Skills

• Patient Assessment
• Progress Note Documentation
• Therapeutic Activities Execution
• Treatment Plan Adjustment
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Observation
• Teamwork

Certifications & Qualifications

• State Physical Therapy License

Industry Keywords

• Physical Therapy
• American Physical Therapy Association
• Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy
• Patient Care Plans
• Therapeutic Interventions