Physical Therapy Assistant - Brandywine Valley Specialty Care

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to provide pediatric physical therapy under licensed supervision. The role includes gait training, exercise, and modalities across inpatient and ambulatory settings.

The successful candidate will review records, document progress, and educate families on home programs, with opportunities for mentorship and skill development.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• One year pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and review the medical record to understand diagnosis, precautions, goals and treatment plans.
• Provide direct interventions in individual or group sessions, including gait training, exercise and modalities.
• Treat patients in hospital settings, including the ambulatory network.
• Evaluate response to intervention and document progress; instruct in home program.
• Coordinate care with hospital and community providers; track equipment.
• Maintain current skills and pursue clinical growth through mentorship.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s Degree Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant (Pennsylvania) license

CPR certification

Job description

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A Brief Overview

Under the direct, on-premise supervision of a licensed physical therapist, provides physical therapy treatment procedures to an assigned inpatient caseload. Maintains an orderly environment in the physical therapy gym and treatment areas.

Part Time Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 11 AM - 6 PM

What you will do

• Clinical
• Reads and reviews the medical record to understand the patient’s diagnosis, precautions, goals and treatment plans. Asks questions regarding unclear information.
• Provides direct interventions in individual or group sessions as planned, especially gait training, exercise and modalities. Can treat patients in any setting in the hospital, including the ambulatory network.
• Evaluates the patient’s response to intervention and documents patient progress in the chart. Instructs patients and parents in home program, especially gait training and transfer.
• Informs the physical therapist of progress/problems with specific patients.
• Performs care coordination tasks associated with patient care, including communication with hospital and community providers, tracking of medical equipment, etc.
• Academic
• Maintains current skills and knowledge by identifying own learning needs, both formally and informally, to practice a lifestyle of life-long learning. Seeks opportunity for clinical growth and development within the department through mentorship.
• Pursues and achieves departmental competencies as assigned.
• Attends in-services within the department and hospital as appropriate.
• Administrative
• Maintains productivity and fiscal responsibility in the provision/utilization of services.
• Actively participates in department planning meetings, and/or appropriate department initiatives.

Education Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Physical Therapy Assistant - Required

Experience Qualifications

• At least one (1) year pediatric experience - Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Physical Therapy Assistant (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or
• Physical Therapy Assistant - Indirect Supervision (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required and
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - within 3 months - Required

Skills and Abilities

• Interpersonal relationships skills that permit effective communication with parents, children of various ages, peers and supervisors.

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SALARY RANGE:

$28.05 - $35.05 Hourly

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you’re working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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