Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA - Allegheny Valley Hospital

Highmark Health; Natrona Heights (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Natrona Heights, PA, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to join the rehab team in our expanding inpatient unit. The PTA will implement therapy plans under a Physical Therapist's supervision and collaborate with patients, families, and the care team.

Qualifications include an Associate’s Degree, PA licensure or eligibility, and a current driver’s license. The role supports complex medical, neurological, and orthopedic patient needs within a state-of-the-art unit.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate’s Degree from a two-year college or technical school.
• State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or eligible.
• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree.
• Current state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy interventions based upon the plan of care written by a physical therapist.
• Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital, and regulatory standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement including mentoring new staff and participating in committees and educational offerings.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

Education

Associate’s Degree from a two-year college or technical school

State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or eligible

Preferred Bachelor’s Degree

Current state driver’s license

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : This position is Union SEIU-Q

This position requires state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Join the AHN Allegheny Valley Hospital Rehab team and our newly expanded inpatient rehabilitation unit!

This state-of-the-art unit was designed to support recovery for patients with complex medical, neurological, and orthopedic needs.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Conducts physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist; effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and members of the health care team

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides physical therapy interventions based upon the plan of care written by a physical therapist utilizing standard, and possibly specialized, physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital, and regulatory standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement including mentoring new staff and participating in committees and educational offerings.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Associate’s Degree from a two-year college or technical school
• State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or eligible
• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree
• Current state driver’s license

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• CPR – American Heart Association Act 34
• Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33
• Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73
• FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

DISCLAIMER:

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT:

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.

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Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct.

This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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