Physical Therapist Assistant

Focus Health Network, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Engagement Activities

Positive work environment

Excellent Training

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Job summary

Focus Health Group is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide PT treatments and support under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA will help implement treatment plans and educate patients and families to maximize independence and function.

Ideal candidates are graduates of an accredited PTA program with licensure or eligibility and strong organizational, time management, and communication skills. This role offers a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the APTA.
• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state.
• Requires good organizational and time management skills.
• Requires good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Work with rehabilitation team to implement programs suited to each patient's needs.
• Acts as assistant to the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients, families and caregivers in PT treatment techniques under supervision.

Education

Graduate of accredited PTA program (APTA certified)

Job description

Focus Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best "you" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us!

We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities
• Positive work environment
• Excellent Training
• Competitive Pay and Benefits

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist
• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations and complex procedures
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice
• Requires good organizational and time management skills
• Requires good verbal and written communication skills