Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA - Outpatient

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Generous PTO

Job summary

Geisinger Orthopaedics Wilkes-Barre is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in patient rehabilitation. Under supervision of a licensed physical therapist, you will contribute to treatment plans, administer modalities, and support gait training and functional activities in a clinical setting.

This full-time role requires PA licensure, completion of a specialty program, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PA) required.
• Completion of a specialty program or credentialing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physical therapist in delivering rehabilitation services.
• Prepare patients for treatment and position them for comfort and safety.
• Administer treatment modalities as directed by the PT.
• Document patient care accurately and timely.
• Assist with gait training, ROM and functional activities.
• Fit and educate patients on assistive devices as needed.
• Support discharge planning and home exercise programs.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PA)

Job description

Location:

Geisinger Orthopaedics Wilkes-Barre

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

Works under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist to aid in the total rehabilitation of the patient via use of various modalities, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and functional activities.

Job Duties:

• Performs a physical therapy treatment program developed by the physical therapist and progresses the patient through the program in a safe and competent manner.
• Prepares patient for treatment by explaining the treatment process and positioning the patient for comfort, safety, and optimal response to the treatment.
• Administers various treatment modalities in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Utilizes appropriate active and passive therapeutic exercise programs and equipment safely and effectively such as range of motion, strengthening, stretching, and isokinetic training.
• Performs gait training, transfer training, and other functional activities.
• Performs selected measurement procedures consistently and accurately such as joint range of motion, gross strength of muscle groups, length and girth of body partsand vital signs.
• Fits patients for and adjusts assistive devices such as canes, walkers, crutches, and wheelchairs appropriate to the patient’s diagnosis.
• Instructs and trains the patient in the proper use and care of orthoses, prostheses, and assistive devices.
• Modifies treatment procedures as indicated by patient response to treatment within the limits specified in the treatment plan and discusses treatment changes with the supervising physical therapist.
• Provides instruction to patient and family specific to the patient’s needs and individual treatment program.
• Keeps the physical therapist aware of patient’s status and any problems that may arise.
• Performs discharge planning activities in a timely and effective manner as a member of the rehab team and as directed by the physical therapist.
• Provides for patient equipment needs when applicable.
• Instructs patient and family in home exercise programs, safe performance of mobility skills, and the safe use and operation of equipment as indicated.
• Performs all documentation responsibilities pertinent to patient care legibly and in compliance with departmental policy.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

• Hours: Full time, 40 hour a week
• Education Requirement: Training from a specialty program
• License Requirement: Must be licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of PA.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) anda health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year