Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

UPMC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retirement plan

PSLF eligibility

MedBridge membership

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehabilitation team. You will support licensed physical therapists by administering planned interventions, documenting services, and participating in patient care across age groups. Schedule features 8-hour shifts with a 7:00 AM–5:00 PM window and provider-friendly coverage.

New graduates are welcome, and we offer training. The position includes a $3,500 sign-on bonus, retirement benefits, PSLF eligibility, paid CE membership, up to 5.5

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in staff meetings, development programs, and committees.
• 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.

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Schedule: 8 hour shifts staggard between | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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 opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Actively participates in staff meetings, development programs, and committees.

• 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.