Physical Therapist Assistant

Benefits:

Simple IRA matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will be working closely with Physical Therapists as well as other Assistants to provide therapy and support for our patients. The ideal candidate has strong time management skills, excellent customer service skills, and knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.

A therapist-owned and operated clinic, REACH boasts a collaborative, inter-disciplinary approach to patient care across all disciplines including speech, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and behavior therapy. Should you join our team, REACH offers support for all new staff and mentorship opportunities for specialized areas in the field of physical therapy.

In addition to peer support and mentorship, benefits include: health insurance, retirement matching, flexible scheduling, and more.

Key responsibilities include:

Treating children with a wide range of abilities (birth to 21 years of age)

Providing services in a variety of settings, including clinic, daycare, home, schools, and community

Read, understand, and follow all plans of care and therapy laid out for patients under your care

Assist patients with using adaptive equipment, therapeutic exercises, and functional mobility activities

Assist Physical Therapists with exercises, communication, and care coordination as needed

Assemble, clean, and maintain equipment and materials used on a daily basis

Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and changes

Managing your patient caseload and schedule

The ideal candidate will display the following qualifications:

Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required

Previous experience working in a physical therapy setting desired

Strong customer service skills and a positive attitude

Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong time management skills

The ability to make decisions in a high-stress environment

Teamwork and relationship building

Flexibility to work well both independently and as a member of a team

Results-oriented, self-motivated

Dedication to continued professional growth and education, initiative in pursuing learning opportunities

Critical thinking and creative problem solving

Fostering a positive work environment

Commitment to patient success

Experience:

Pediatric Therapy: 1 year (Preferred)

Medical records software, EMR (Bonus)

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, PRN