Physical Therapist Assistant - York Hospital

WellSpan Health; York (York County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

WellSpan Health is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Rehabilitation Services team in York, PA. The role supports the Physical Therapist with patient treatments, exercise programs, and education for an entry to intermediate skill level.

Expect 20 hours per week over three days, with occasional weekend shifts. The position requires an Associate's Degree in PTA and BLS certification, with licensure upon hire.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Graduate of PTA program and licensed/eligible.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Carries out a program of exercise and treatment for assigned patients.
• Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and complex procedures.
• Coordinates physical therapy activities with the interdisciplinary team to reach established goals.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies and state governing bodies.
• Trains medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives.

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

General Summary

Performs treatments and provides exercise instruction, demonstration and education for patients at an entry to intermediate skill level.

Job Description

Part Time (40 hours biweekly)

20 hours per week over three days

3-4 weekend shifts per quarter

1 holiday shift per year

General Summary

Performs treatments and provides exercise instruction, demonstration and education for patients at an entry to intermediate skill level.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Carries out a program of exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as determined by evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.
• Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and complex procedures according to the rules and regulations of the APTA and PPTA.
• Coordinates physical therapy activities in collaboration with the other members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate achievement of established goals.
• Ensures compliance with regulations set forth by the regulatory agencies and state governing bodies.
• Conducts or participates in training medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives.
• Utilizes safe patient handling techniques for all patient transfers, lifts and positioning.
• Complies with PA practice act related to communication with supervising Physical Therapist.

Common Expectations

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
• Maintains patient record, as required by profession, with accurate documentation to support medical necessity and functional ability.
• Ensures the process design of established policies/procedures, objectives, quality management, safety, environment and infection control standards are utilized consistently.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Collaborates with other team members to create a culture of patient centeredness and clinical excellence.
• Acts as a role model in Red Rules compliance with a focus on hand hygiene and patient identifiers.
• Utilizes SBAR as a standard method of communication in all aspects of patient care.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Benefits Offered

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education

• Associates Degree Required

Work Experience

• Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Required

Licenses

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Upon Hire Required and
• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Courses And Training

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program. Upon Hire Required