Physical Therapist Assistant

Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster, LTD.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Pennsylvania is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to assist in implementing patient rehabilitation programs. Essential responsibilities include patient assistance, data recording during sessions, and educating families on home exercises. Candidates must possess a valid Pennsylvania license and current CPR certification. This full-time position offers a supportive environment in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Assistant license is required.
• Current CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in preparing for therapy and return trip.
• Records data progress during therapy sessions.
• Educates patients and their families how to exercise properly at home after treatment.

Education

Valid Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Assistant license

Current CPR certification

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Overview

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Job Title

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Location

Location: Lancaster Location

Summary/Objective

The physical therapist assistant assists physical therapists in the implementation of patient rehabilitation programs to help improve patient mobility, function and strength.

Essential Functions

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


• Assist patients in preparing for therapy and return trip.


• Assists with dressing and undressing and removing and putting on braces or supportive equipment, prostheses or crutches.


• Records data progress during therapy sessions.


• Measures and tracks range of motion.


• Answers inquiries.


• Straightens and cleans rooms.


• Assists patients with keeping track of counting exercises.


• Educates patients and their families how to exercise properly at home after treatment.


• Cleans and prepares equipment for therapy sessions.


• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• A valid Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Assistant license is required.


• A current CPR certification is required.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience using EPIC is preferred.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, lift, and move continually during work hours


• Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs


• Ability to transport/support patients such as pushing wheel chairs

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other and Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care