Physical Therapy Assistant - Day Shift | Per Diem Locations

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Macungie (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation at the Health Center in Macungie.

You will provide care under a Physical Therapist's direction, teaching mobility and strengthening exercises, and assisting with gait training and patient education. The role requires a PA PTA license eligibility and BLS on hire, with a day shift and a schedule that includes Mon-Thu 7a–7p and Fri 7a–5p.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required and PTA program completed.
• Ability to mentor others and work across locations per diem.
• Must deliver safe, compassionate and competent physical therapy treatments.
• BLS certification (AHA) for Pa upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Instruct patients and families in exercises and mobility techniques.
• Adjust treatment plans with supervisor input to maximize function.
• Apply modalities to aid recovery and pain relief as ordered.
• Complete documentation per department policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with supervising PT and rehab staff on patient progress.
• Assist in selecting and fitting gait aids and educate on use.
• Maintain cost-effective, compliant care per billing guidelines.

Skills

Mentoring others

Per diem mobility

Safe, compassionate care

Education

Associate’s Degree Physical Therapy Assistant

Pennsylvania PTA licensure or eligibility

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation at the Health Center in Macungie.

You will provide care under a Physical Therapist's direction, teaching mobility and strengthening exercises, and assisting with gait training and patient education. The role requires a PA PTA license eligibility and BLS on hire, with a day shift and a schedule that includes Mon-Thu 7a–7p and Fri 7a–5p.