Physical Therapy Assistant

Excelsia Injury Care; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Excelsia Injury Care is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered outpatient care across our multi-centre network.

You must have an APTA-accredited PTA program credential, an associate degree, and be eligible for State Board examination and licensing. The role emphasizes collaborative, multimodal care and a commitment to quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an APTA accredited therapy assistant program.
• Associates degree minimum and eligibility for State Board Examination.
• Must pass the licensing exam to continue practice beyond a temporary license.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients only under the direction of a Physical Therapist as defined by State law.
• Perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks as delegated by the Supervising PT.
• Administer treatments with therapeutic exercise, massage, devices, and agents (air, water, electricity, sound or light).
• Make minor modifications to treatment plans within the plan of care and document progress.
• Assist the PT with evaluations and progress documentation.

Skills

Orthopedic skills

Manual skills

Education

Associate degree

APTA-accredited program

Job description

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $29-$35 an hour based on years of experience.

The hourly rate for this role is $29-$35 an hour based on years of experience.

About Us

Born in 1993, Excelsia Injury Care's mission is to restore quality of life through patient-centric care and support for those injured in motor vehicle or work-related accidents. With over 100 patient care centers across the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Mountain West regions, our vision is to be the leading provider of injury care, setting the standard for excellence in every community we serve and expanding access to high-quality care nationwide.

At Excelsia, we deliver the full continuum of outpatient care within one seamless, connected system. Our diverse team of medical specialists offers a wide range of treatment services, covering medical, orthopedics, neurology, rehabilitation, diagnostic, and surgical. We are committed to supporting patients through personalized support, detailed documentation, and outcome-oriented care coordination to make the recovery process easier. With Excelsia, patients are never far from the care they need—with the compassion they deserve.

Founded on the values of respect and trustworthiness, we are committed to delivering services that adhere to the highest legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. As responsible corporate citizens, we integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into our business practices, ensuring that we positively impact the healthcare companies we serve, our employees, and the communities we reach.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Mon-Friday! No weekends!

Who are we looking for?

We are in need of a PTA with strong orthopedic and manual skills who can work collaboratively in a multimodal approach that is Patient-Centered! Our Physical Therapist Assistant need to be self-motivated, very organized, caring and have a degree from an APTA accredited physical therapy program as well as a current license to practice.

What qualifications do you need to possess?

Must have graduated from a A.P.T.A accredited therapy assistant program, with a minimal of an Associates degree and be eligible for State Board Examination. Individuals must pass the licensing exam in order to continue practice beyond a temporary license. PTA must maintain all requirements of State licensure.

Who does it report to?

Supervising Licensed Physical Therapist, Site Supervisor, Clinical Director, Owners and Directors.

What are the primary responsibilities?

• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) may treat patients ONLY under the direction of a Physical Therapist as defined in the State law.
• The PTA may perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the Supervising Physical Therapist.
• The PTA may administer treatment with therapeutic exercise, massage, mechanical devices, and therapeutic agents that use the properties of air, water, electricity, sound or light.
• The PTA may make minor modifications to treatment plans within the predetermined plan of care, assist the physical therapist with evaluations, and document treatment progress.
• The ability of the PTA to perform the selected and delegated tasks shall be assessed by the supervising physical therapist.
• The PTA shall not perform interpretation of referrals, physical therapy evaluation, re- evaluation, major modification of treatment plan, final discharge of the patient, or therapeutic techniques beyond the skill and knowledge of the PTA or without proper supervision.

What physical demands should you be aware of?

General Demands for the Physical Therapy Assistant position is listed under the 'medium duty' category in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles as published by The U.S. Department of Labor. The physical demands incorporated at Excelsia are not to exceed this level. All employees should seek assistance from another individual to prevent any lifting beyond a 50 lb level. The Sit/Stand/Walk ratios tend to be equal at 33% of the day. This ratio remains within the control of the therapist depending on the task that needs to be accomplished.

Diversity Statement:

Excelsia Injury Care is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition, marital, civil union or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.