Physical Therapy Assistant

UPMC; Steubenville (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Steubenville, OH seeks a dedicated team member to provide patient care under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The role supports efficient operation of the Physical Therapy Department and participates in planning and coordinating care with the care team.

The position emphasizes delivering targeted treatment based on initial assessments, documenting progress, and participating in discharge planning. It also includes educating patients and families about care plans and related charges.

Responsibilities

• Delivers treatment based on initial assessment by a physical therapist.
• Provides feedback to the supervising physical therapist based on patient's progress.
• Interacts with other disciplines when necessary to meet patient's needs.
• Participates in the discharge process with patient, family and other disciplines as necessary.
• Provides education to promote knowledge and skills needed to meet patient's needs.
• Informs patients and family of charges related to the patient's program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Purpose:

Conduct patient care as directed by Physical Therapist and participate in efficient, cost-effective planning and operation of the Physical Therapy Department.

Responsibilities:

• Delivers treatment based on initial assessment by a physical therapist.
• Provides feedback to the supervising physical therapist based on patient's progress.
• Interacts with other disciplines when necessary to meet patient's needs.
• Participates in the discharge process with patient, family and other disciplines as necessary.
• Provides education to promote knowledge and skills needed to meet patient's needs.
• Informs patients and family of charges related to the patient's program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.