Physical Therapy Assistant – Restore Mobility & Independence

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network in Bethlehem, PA seeks a certified Physical Therapist Assistant to provide coordinated therapy under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans and support patient mobility.

Two years experience preferred; must meet education requirements; strong teamwork, infection control, and documentation. The network emphasizes excellence and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant with an associate degree in physical therapy.
• 1–2 years of PTA experience preferred.
• St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Administers the physical therapy treatment plan as developed by the LPT.
• Facilitates ROM, strength, coordination, use of assistive equipment, functional mobility and safety as related to patients’ ADL performance needs under the supervision of the LPT.
• Communicates with Therapy Supervisor, Patient Care Manager, and appropriate staff to plan total patient and family care.
• Confers with OT, nursing staff, SLP, MSW and HHA’s in planning rehabilitation for the patient.
• Observes, records and reports patient’s response to treatment and changes in patient’s condition to physician and/or clinical supervisor.
• Documentation is timely, accurate, legible and in compliance with agency policy.
• Documents effectiveness and outcomes of care and revises as needed.
• Plans for discharge as appropriate with the LPT.
• Instructs other health team personnel in areas of physical therapy related to activities of daily living.
• Applies infection control concepts to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments consistent with education and competence.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements.

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network in Bethlehem, PA seeks a certified Physical Therapist Assistant to provide coordinated therapy under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans and support patient mobility.

Two years experience preferred; must meet education requirements; strong teamwork, infection control, and documentation. The network emphasizes excellence and compassionate care.