Physical Therapy Assistant - Altoona

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Needed

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant needed to join growing healthcare facility! Full time - Monday through Friday. No weekends, evenings or holidays! Must have indirect PTA license. Benefits of the Physical Therapist Assistant:

• Monday - Friday, daylight schedule
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401k
• Travel reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays off

Responsibilities

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Assisting the resident Physical Therapist in all aspects of member therapy and care plan needs
• Providing interventions based on specific needs, including therapeutic exercise, gait training, ambulation and other physical assistance
• Monitoring and documenting treatments and interventions, ensuring all members of interdisciplinary teams have access to this vital information
• Updating Plans of Care based on progress and evolving needs
• Identifying areas for individual and group improvements and enhancements, and implementing new procedures and processes under the supervision of the Physical Therapist
• Developing group exercise programs for maintenance therapy members
• Aiding in in-home treatment programs, including goal setting and exercise, plus family and caregiver education
• Assessing progress and determining comprehensive courses of action to improve outcomes or maintain success
• Additional responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

Candidates must be licensed Physical Therapy Assistants in Pennsylvania, and be committed to the coursework/workshops required to maintain licensing. Additionally, candidates should have at least one year's experience working in a PTA role. A valid Pennsylvania driver's license is also required to be considered for this position.

EOE