Physical Therapy Assistant - Hands-on Patient Care

Allegheny Health Network; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to conduct therapy under a Physical Therapist’s supervision. The role emphasizes effective communication with patients, families, and the health care team, while ensuring compliance with department and regulatory standards.

Essential duties include implementing the plan of care, documenting activities, mentoring staff, and participating in educational offerings.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a two-year college or technical school.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or PT Assistant Indirect Supervision License or eligible and must obtain one within three (3) months of hire.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy interventions based upon the plan of care written by a physical therapist utilizing standard, and possibly specialized, physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Completes documentation to comply with department, hospital, and regulatory standards.
• Participates in departmental initiatives for operational improvement including mentoring new staff and participating in committees and educational offerings.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

Education

Associate’s Degree from a two-year college or technical school

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to conduct therapy under a Physical Therapist’s supervision. The role emphasizes effective communication with patients, families, and the health care team, while ensuring compliance with department and regulatory standards.

Essential duties include implementing the plan of care, documenting activities, mentoring staff, and participating in educational offerings.