Physical Therapy Assistant: Patient Care & Treatment

PHOENIX PHYSICAL THERAPY; Pine Grove (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient care. The role involves preparing patients and equipment, assisting with procedures, and ensuring safety during treatment.

You will maintain a patient schedule, communicate patient needs and progress to the care team, and help keep the facility clean and compliant with safety standards. Ongoing duties may include meetings and additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in physical therapy or graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience within a Physical Therapy facility, nursing home or rehabilitation agency preferred.
• Current CPR Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and equipment for treatment as requested by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist with selected procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Maintain a patient treatment schedule aligned with facility needs.
• Confer with management about patient needs, treatment modifications and progress.
• Aid in patient care and safety; perform housekeeping and keep facility orderly.
• Attend facility meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Phoenix Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient care. The role involves preparing patients and equipment, assisting with procedures, and ensuring safety during treatment.

You will maintain a patient schedule, communicate patient needs and progress to the care team, and help keep the facility clean and compliant with safety standards. Ongoing duties may include meetings and additional tasks as assigned.