Physical Therapy Assistant (Per Diem) - Orthopedic Associates

Hartford HealthCare; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Orthopedic Associates of Hartford is hiring a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to join a respected orthopedic team. You will work under the supervision of a licensed PT, assisting in assessments, planning and implementing treatment to improve patient function.

Clinic locations include Farmington and surrounding towns, with hours Monday–Friday, 7am–7pm and potential float to listed sites. Connecticut PTA licensure is required, and an Associates degree is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in PTA program from an accredited program.
• Connecticut state licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
• Performs therapy interventions using techniques appropriate for the patient population.
• Documents treatment interventions.
• May coordinate activities of rehab aides, students and other support personnel.
• Communicates information relevant to patient care to ensure effective service and reimbursement.
• Utilizes products, supplies, equipment and time efficiently to meet productivity targets.

Education

Associates degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Connecticut state licensure required

Job description

Location Detail:

499 Farmington Ave Farmington (10114)

Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant – Orthopedic Associates of Hartford

Be the Best at Getting Better. Join the 40,000+ Hartford HealthCare colleagues who make a difference every day—now including you.

Step into a role where your expertise truly matters. At Orthopedic Associates of Hartford, you’ll be part of a highly respected orthopedic team with direct access to top surgeons, collaborative care, and the chance to influence clinical excellence every day. If you're passionate about orthopedics, mentorship, and driving patient outcomes, this is where your career can thrive.

About Orthopedic Associates Of Hartford (OAH)

OAH partners with Hartford HealthCare to deliver exceptional physical and occupational therapy services directly within OAH offices. This integrated model gives therapists direct access to top orthopedic surgeons, opportunities to observe surgeries onsite, and a truly team-centered approach to patient care.

You’ll join a talented group of clinicians, assistants, and office staff who work together to help patients regain mobility and return to active lifestyles—supported by some of the best orthopedic physicians, nurses, and PAs in New England.

Position: Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Hours/Shift: PER DIEM ; Clinic hours are open 7am – 7pm Monday-Friday

Clinic locations include Farmington, Glastonbury, Plainville, South Windsor, Enfield and Rocky Hill. Depending on need, this position may float to various locations listed above.

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) assists in performing assessments, determining, revising and implementing treatment plan in order to identify, prevent, remediate and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) utilizes treatment skills and tools in order to measure and assess patient needs, therapeutic application of physical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist


• Performs therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population


• Documents treatment interventions


• May coordinate activities of rehab aides, students and other support personnel


• Communicates/documents information relevant to patient care to ensure effective, efficient delivery of quality service, and maximum reimbursement for services


• Demonstrates efficient utilization of products, supplies, equipment and time to ensure the timely completion of duties and promote the smooth operation of the department. Meets productivity targets


• Actively employs established safety precautions and procedures in performance of job responsibilities in order to ensure a safe environment for patients, guests and co-workers

Qualifications

• Graduate of Physical Therapy Assistant Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school, Associates degree required.


• Connecticut state licensure required

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide career advancement and continuing education opportunities, and a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.