Physical Therapist Assistant

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Instant access with Tower Advance Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Reading Hospital in Reading, Berks County is hiring for a Physical Therapy Assistant who will render treatment programs for referred patients and supervise aides and students under the direction of a therapist. The role requires a 2-year/Associate Degree, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.

Your contributions will support all rehabilitation programs and involve collaboration with various healthcare professionals. Benefits include generous time off, tuition assistance, health benefits, and more!

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a 2‑year/Associate Degree in a relevant field.
• No prior experience is required for application.
• BLS Certification and PA Physical Therapy Assistant License are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Render treatment programs for referred patients.
• Supervise aides and students in therapy sessions.
• Maintain working relationships with hospital personnel.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Education

2‑year/Associate Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Renders treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of Physical Therapy. Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist. Supervises aides and students. Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum. Maintains working relationships with Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.

Benefits

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!
• Tuition Assistance
• Health benefits start first of the month following start date!

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• 2‑year/Associate Degree

Experience

• No experience

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• PA Physical Therapy Asst. License

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications