Physical Therapy Assistant

Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Tuition Assistance

Aflac Supplemental Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible schedule

Smartphone & cellular service

Employee discounts & referral programs

Job summary

Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our rehabilitation team.

You will develop care plans, implement evidence-based treatments, and work with other health professionals to help patients improve mobility and function. A PA PTA license and an associates degree are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in PTA and PA PTA license required.
• Proven clinical expertise in physical therapy techniques.
• Strong interpersonal communication and patient management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs.
• Offer cost-effective treatments to improve mobility.
• Develop care plans using diverse treatment techniques.
• Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ needs.
• Provide evidence-based, high-quality care and interventions.
• Motivate patients to maximize functional outcomes.
• Collaborate with other health professionals to optimize care.
• Document patient care services and monitor progress.

Skills

PTA Experience

Clinical expertise

Interpersonal skills

Treatment knowledge

PA license

Patient management

Education

Associates degree in PTA

PA PTA license

Job description

Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is looking for Full-time Physical Therapy Assistant

Benefits:

• Generous PTO and payout options
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available the month after hire
• Tuition Assistance available
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexibility with schedule
• FREE SMARTPHONE AND CELLULAR SERVICE
• Employee Discount and Referral Programs

Responsibilities:

• Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs
• Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility
• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
• Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs
• Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
• Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Consult and practice with other health professionals
• Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progressDocument patient care services

Skills:

• Proven work experience as a physical therapy assistant
• Intensive education and clinical expertise
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Valid PTA license in PA

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in PTA
• License and Certification in Pennsylvania for PTA