Physical Therapy Assistant

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic; Woodland Heights (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Hospital in Pennsylvania seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support rehabilitation efforts in a patient-centered care environment. You will work with Physical Therapists to implement plans, guide exercises, and promote mobility and independence.

You will assist with interventions, monitor progress, document care in the EMR, and educate patients and families on therapy goals, ensuring safety and compliance in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with physical therapy patients.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and assist with exercises.
• Strong communication and compassionate patient care.
• Accurate documentation in the EMR system.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivering rehabilitation interventions as outlined by the Physical Therapist.
• Support patients in performing therapeutic exercises and movement activities.
• Monitor and report patient progress and response to care.
• Document treatment and patient status accurately in the EMR.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, exercises, and safety.
• Maintain a safe, compliant clinical environment aligned with standards of care.

Skills

Patient communication

Mobility support

Rehabilitation knowledge

Documentation accuracy

Safety & compliance

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Provide compassionate, evidence-based rehabilitation support within a patient-centered care environment. Work in collaboration with Physical Therapists to implement treatment plans, guide therapeutic exercises, and promote mobility and functional independence.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Provide compassionate, evidence-based rehabilitation support within a patient-centered care environment. Work in collaboration with Physical Therapists to implement treatment plans, guide therapeutic exercises, and promote mobility and functional independence.

Key Duties Include

• Assist with delivering rehabilitation interventions as outlined by the Physical Therapist
• Support patients in performing therapeutic exercises and movement activities
• Monitor and report patient progress and response to care
• Document treatment and patient status accurately in the EMR
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, exercises, and safety
• Maintain a safe, compliant clinical environment aligned with standards of care

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong patient-focused communication and compassion
• Ability to support mobility and functional independence
• Knowledge of rehabilitation exercises and safe patient handling practices
• Accuracy in clinical documentation and EMR use
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous learning