Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Tower Health; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, part of Tower Health, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for a PRN opening. The PTA renders treatment programs for referred patients under supervision of the Therapy Manager or a Senior Therapist, and may supervise aides and students within the Rehabilitation Continuum.

Ideal candidates hold a 2-year Associate Degree, PA PTA license, BLS certification, and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus proficiency with

Qualifications

• 2 year/Associate Degree
• No experience
• BLS Certification
• PA Physical Therapy Asst. License

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Education

Associate Degree

BLS Certification

PA Physical Therapy Asst. License

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Job Summary

* PRN Opening at the Reading Rehab Hospital in Wyomissing.

The Physical Therapist Assistant:

• 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.

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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

About the Rehab Hospital:

For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life – from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs – is here, all under one roof.

Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art-technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.

Our facility offers:

• A 61-bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit including an 11-bed secured Brain Injury Unit
• A 50-bedTransitional Sub-Acute Unitfor skilled care
• Highly skilled therapists
• Speech,physical, andoccupational therapyprogramming
• Therapeutic recreation and activities
• Spacious private rooms with large private bathrooms and flat screen televisions
• Aquatic therapy pool
• On-site pharmacy, laboratory, and radiological services
• Outdoor therapeutic garden
• Comfortable lounges with flat screen televisions, computers, and free internet access
• Plenty of visiting areas for patients, friends, and families
• Easy access and free parking

Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissingis the only hospital in the region accredited by both theCommission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)andThe Joint Commission. Our Stroke Specialty and Brain Injury Programs are also CARF-accredited.

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.