Physical Therapist Assistant

# Physical Therapist AssistantPA Robinson - McKees Rocks, PA 15136## OverviewPosition TypeFull-TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelAssociates DegreeCategoryHealth Care## Description**Sign On Bonus Offered**The **Physical Therapy Institute** (PTI) is a leading network of outpatient physical therapy clinics serving communities across Western Pennsylvania. We specialize in orthopedic, sports, and rehabilitation medicine, offering personalized care through innovative, evidence-based practices. At PTI, we are committed to helping patients achieve long-term health and wellness by fostering lasting relationships built on trust, compassion, and results.We are growing quickly and actively seeking a dedicated **Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)** to join our team immediately!We’re looking for a compassionate, energetic professional who is passionate about building a long-term career in an orthopedic private practice. This role is ideal for someone who values meaningful patient relationships and is committed to helping individuals and their families reach their health and wellness goals through high-quality physical therapy care.# **Why Join Us as a Physical Therapy Assistant?*** **Sign-on bonus offered*** AI-assisted documentation to streamline workflows* Full continuing education benefits, including live and web-based opportunities* Supportive team environment with direct collaboration alongside Physical Therapists* 401(k) with matching* Continuing education credits* Health, dental, and vision insurance* Health savings account (HSA)* Life insurance* Paid time off* Referral bonus program* Additional supplemental insurance options**Our Culture**We are more than just a workplace—we are a team of passionate, collaborative professionals who believe in empowering one another and the patients we serve. At **The Physical Therapy Institute** we support continued professional growth, value work-life balance, and create a positive, patient-centered environment where your ideas and contributions matter.# **Your Responsibilities:*** Assist with patient care, including modalities, therapeutic exercise, and manual therapy* Support daily documentation in a team setting* Help patients stretch and exercise targeted muscle groups* Read and apply Physical Therapist instructions for personalized care* Guide patients through balance training and other therapeutic techniques* Complete administrative tasks, including scheduling and paperwork* Work closely with supervising Physical Therapists (indirect supervision preferred but not required)**Clinical Setting:** Outpatient**Job Type:** Full-Time**Hours:** 40 per week**Benefits:*** 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Continuing education credits* Health insurance* Dental insurance* Vision insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Referral program* Other Supplemental insurances## Qualifications* # **What We’re Looking For:*** Graduate of an accredited two-year Physical Therapist Assistant program* **Licensed as a PTA in the state of Pennsylvania*** Indirect supervision license preferred, not required* Physical and mental capability to meet the job’s physical demands* # **Physical Demand Requirements:*** Manual dexterity and general physical endurance* Regular lifting (5–35 lbs) and carrying (5–10 lbs over 40–50 ft)* Routine pushing loads (5–150 lbs) on casters or pulleys* Sustained gripping (1–2 minutes of 40–50 lbs)* Ability to guard a lift load of 120–140 lbs #J-18808-Ljbffr