Physical Therapist Assistant

Xcelerate Physical Therapy; Newtown Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

401K

Mentoring and onboarding

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Family-friendly work environment

Job summary

Xcelerate Physical Therapy in Newtown Square, PA is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient clinic. You will perform therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and help patients regain mobility and function.

Requirements include graduation from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program, PA licensure, CPR certification, and the ability to work autonomously. We offer mentoring, onboarding, and opportunities for professional development in a

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
• Current PA licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapeutic interventions under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.
• Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure ROM, strength, and vital signs as needed.
• Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.
• Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.
• Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.

Education

CAPTE accredited PTA program

PA PTA licensure

CPR certification

Tools

EMR system

MS Office

Database software

Job description

Established in 2014, Xcelerate Physical Therapyis an outpatient physical therapy clinic that specializes in orthopedics, sports medicine, and pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation. Our number one priorityis the patient. At Xcelerate Physical Therapy, our philosophy isto provide the highest quality physical therapy through personalized care and education. We support creative and individualized intervention. Our personalized approach ensures patient comprehension and will enhance proper treatment progression to secure the best possible outcome for our patients. We love bringing the people of Newtown Square back to their full potential. With our athletic training service we also enjoy serving the students and faculty of the Marple Newtown School District. Come join our caring team of professionals!

Job Description

Xcelerate Physical Therapy is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as aPhysical TherapistAssistant.

• Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, ADL training, and wound dressing.
• Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.
• Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure range of motion, strength, and vital signs as needed.
• Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.
• Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.
• Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.
• Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Pennsylvania

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
• New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Current state of PA licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
• CPR certification
• Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
• Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office

Additional Information

• Competitive hourly pay
• 401K
• Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership
• Mentoring and onboarding
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family-friendly work environment
• Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive

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