Physical Therapy Assistant

Squirrel Hill; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision

Tuition assistance

Aflac supplemental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible schedule

Smartphone plan

Discount and referral programs

Job summary

Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our clinical team. The role focuses on delivering patient-centered care, implementing treatment plans, and promoting functional mobility across diverse populations.

Ideal candidates will hold an associates degree in PTA and PA licensure, with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to evidence-based practices in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in PTA required
• PA PTA license or PA certification required
• Clinical expertise and ability to manage diverse patients

Responsibilities

• Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs
• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
• Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ needs
• Provide evidence-based care and proven interventions
• Document patient care services

Skills

PTA license

Interpersonal communication

Clinical expertise

Patient care

Education

Associates degree in PTA

PA PTA license/certification

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 progress
• Document 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