PTA: Per Diem Day Shifts - Restore Mobility & Pain Relief

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Quakertown seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide care under a physical therapist's direction. You will guide patients through mobility, walking aids, massage, and electrotherapy, while monitoring progress and adjusting plans to maximize function.

You will teach patients and families, coordinate with the supervising PT, and ensure documentation and billing compliance. Per diem locations and a per-shift schedule may apply.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in physical therapy assisting.
• Ability to train and mentor others.
• Ability to work at various locations per diem.
• Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent physical therapy treatments.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate physical therapy treatment consistent with the plan of care and the patient's condition to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
• Uses appropriate teaching methods and materials to instruct patients, families, and/or staff in exercise or mobility techniques or the use of equipment.
• Recommends modifications to existing physical therapy treatment plans to achieve maximum results.
• Applies modalities as indicated to aid patients in recovery and/or pain relief.
• Provides cost effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
• Completes and submits all documentation based on policies/standards and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates regularly with supervising PT regarding patient concerns and progress.
• Selects and fits appropriate assistive devices for gait training and instructs patient in proper use.

Skills

Mentoring

Per diem work

Compassionate care

BLS Certification

PA PTA license

Education

Associate’s Degree in physical therapy assisting

PA PTA license Upon Hire

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Quakertown seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide care under a physical therapist's direction. You will guide patients through mobility, walking aids, massage, and electrotherapy, while monitoring progress and adjusting plans to maximize function.

You will teach patients and families, coordinate with the supervising PT, and ensure documentation and billing compliance. Per diem locations and a per-shift schedule may apply.