Physical Therapy Assistant: Mt Lebanon

Concordia Lutheran Ministries and Affiliates; Bridgeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing essential physical therapy services to patients in their homes, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in physical therapy, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes. With a focus on dignity and respect, this organization values its employees and offers a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Certified PTA with experience in home health care.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to implement therapy programs.
• Assist in patient education and discharge planning.

Skills

Patient Care

Physical Therapy Techniques

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Tools

Documentation Software

Job description

CVN South DDI Plaza 1 1225 Washington Pike, Suite 403, DDI Plaza 1, Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, United States of America Req #14175

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Concordia Visiting Nurses is a Medicare-certified, state licensed, Medicaid approved home health agency operating in nine Western Pennsylvania counties. For well over a decade, Concordia Visiting Nurses has provided high-quality skilled nursing, palliative care, and a variety of therapy services to our patients. Our goal is to deliver quality home health services, in good faith, to those who entrust themselves to our care and to minister to the unique needs of each individual with respect, dignity, and compassion. We strive to hire excellent people at Concordia - and keep them as well!

Concordia Visiting Nurses is seeking a Full-time Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) to serve our patients living in the Mt. Lebanon and Castle Shannon area.

POSITION SUMMARY for the Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Position

• The Certified Physical Therapy Assistant [PTA] is a professional qualified to provide physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a Registered and Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT) to patients in the home as prescribed by the attending physician.

QUALIFICATIONS for the Physical Therapy Assistant PTA position

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Certified as a physical therapy assistant with an indirect license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Has performed a minimum of 2,000 hours of physical-therapy related acts which have been signed off by a supervising LPT.
• The individual must have worked three of the five previous years in therapy with notarization of application and a copy of their resume.
• Reliable, independent means of transportation to make home visits. Drivers must have a valid driver’s license and drive a car with insurance limits as established in personnel policies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES for the Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Position

• Makes home visits to patients in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.
• Implements the therapy program established by the LPT, providing services to prevent disability, relieve pain, restore function and independence to achieve the patient’s full potential following disease or injury.
• Assists in teaching patients and in planning discharge from physical therapy services.
• Completes required documentation for ongoing service on the day of the visit.
• Documentation is reviewed by the LPT to maintain compliance with the plan of care.

Full-time Benefits for the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Medical Specialty: Home Health

Schedule: 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Life Insurance Policy, Direct Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Vacation/PTO, Paid Holidays, Competitive Wages, Referral Program, Seniority/Appreciation Bonuses, Voluntary Benefits, Employee Assistance Program.

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