Physical Therapy Assistant

Mount Nittany Health; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Nittany Health in State College, PA seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to join Rehabilitation Services. The role supports treatment programs and procedures under supervision.

The successful candidate will possess PTA licensure in Pennsylvania and BLS certification, with preference for 2 years of field experience or 1 year in an acute care PT department. Full-time, on-site position with collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited PTA program.
• Preference given to applicants with a minimum of two years experience in the field or one year experience working in a physical therapy department of an acute care facility.
• Meets Pennsylvania PTA licensure and BLS standards (renewed every two years).

Responsibilities

• Provides various treatment programs and procedures in collaboration with supervisor and other staff therapists.

Skills

Maturity independence

Education

Graduate PTA program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides various treatment programs and procedures in collaboration with supervisor and other staff therapists.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

1. Graduate of an accredited program for physical therapy assistants.

Experience:

1. Preference is given to applicants with a minimum of two years experience in the field or one year experience working in a physical therapy department of an acute care facility.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

1. Demonstrates maturity to function independently, organize work and set priorities appropriately.

License/Certification/Registration:

1. Possess current PTA licensure to practice in Pennsylvania.
2. Meets the American Heart Association's standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives general supervision from the Manager of Rehabilitation Services. Daily supervision provided by a licensed Physical Therapist as mandated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

PTA students