Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

UPMC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PSLF eligible

PTO + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

Continuing education

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. Move patients toward function with patient-centered care in a Monday–Friday schedule; new graduates welcomed and training offered.

Responsibilities include therapy interventions, documentation, supervising staff, and contributing to program development. We offer a sign-on bonus, competitive pay, robust retirement options, PSLF eligibility, CE opportunities, PTO and holidays, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program with an associate degree.
• CPR certified per AHA standards within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to provide patient care across all age groups and document services.

Responsibilities

• Participates in staff meetings, development programs, and committees.
• Supervises clinical support staff per PT Practice Act.
• Completes charge/statistical information for services rendered.
• Provides therapeutic interventions per PT plans for all ages.
• Maintains comprehensive written/electronic documentation.
• Rotates through treatment areas as needed and supports emergencies.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Customer service

Clinical supervision

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Physical Therapist

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

No weekends * No holidays * No on-call

Are you passionate about helping patients regain function and improve their quality of life? Join our rehabilitation team as a Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact through patient-centered care. We welcome new graduates and are willing to train the right candidate for our team!

Why Join Our Team?

• Up to $3,500 Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive pay based on years of applicable experience
• Comprehensive retirement benefits, including a retirement savings plan and employer-sponsored pension
• Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Continuing education opportunities throughout the year, including a paid MedBridge membership
• Up to 5.5 weeks of PTO annually, plus 7 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs that can earn additional PTO
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year for employees and eligible dependents
• Specialty programs and career development opportunitiesResponsibilities:
• Actively participates in staff meetings, development programs, and committees.
• Supervises clinical support staff per the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Completes charge/statistical information accurately reflecting services rendered.
• Provides therapeutic interventions based on physical therapist-developed treatment programs for all age groups.
• Assists physical therapists in patient surveys within the scope of practice.
• Maintains comprehensive written/electronic documentation of clinical services.
• Rotates through treatment areas/facilities as needed.
• Provides objective feedback to supervisors on department performance and emergencies.
• Schedules to meet or exceed facility productivity standards.
• Implements treatment programs per physical therapist plans, adjusting as needed based on patient response and medical status.
• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association with an associates degree as a physical therapist assistant.
• Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer serviceLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Physical Therapist Assistant OR Physical Therapist Assistant Indirect Supervision
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran