Physical Therapy Assistant I — Hands-on Mobility & Rehab

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc. offers a Physical Therapy Assistant role focused on direct patient care and implementing treatment plans under licensed therapists.

The position supports patient mobility, pain management, and functional recovery while ensuring accurate EMR documentation. Responsibilities include collaborating with the care team, administering exercises and modalities, educating patients and families, and guiding program development.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree of Applied Science required.
• Active Physical Therapy license in applicable state.
• 0–2 years healthcare experience; paid experience counted; volunteer not counted.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physical therapy staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate and integrate patient care.
• Implements physical therapy treatment plans by administering therapeutic exercises, modalities, and manual techniques.
• Observes and evaluates patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and outcomes to the Physical Therapist.
• Documents all patient care activities and outcomes accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Instructs, motivates, and assists patients in learning and improving functional activities.
• Fits, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices.
• Educates patients and families on treatment procedures, home care, and safety precautions.
• Provides orientation, training, and supervision to new employees, staff, and students as required.
• Maintains required licensure, completes annual competencies, and ensures compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards.

Skills

Team collaboration

Therapy administration

Patient progress tracking

Documentation in EMR

Patient education

Staff training

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate's degree in Applied Science

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc. offers a Physical Therapy Assistant role focused on direct patient care and implementing treatment plans under licensed therapists.

The position supports patient mobility, pain management, and functional recovery while ensuring accurate EMR documentation. Responsibilities include collaborating with the care team, administering exercises and modalities, educating patients and families, and guiding program development.