PTA (Rehab)

Physical Therapist Assistant

The Physical Therapist Assistant's primary responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment for treatment and assisting the Physical Therapist with selected procedures.

Key responsibilities include maintaining a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the facility, conferring with the person(s) most closely associated with the active management of the patient, keeping them informed of additional patient needs, treatment modifications and/or progress, aiding in the care and safety of patients, preparing equipment for patient treatments as requested by the Physical Therapist, assisting the Physical Therapist in selected procedures according to the PT's directions, by checking patient and equipment during treatment for both comfort and safety, performing housekeeping duties; maintaining order and cleanliness throughout the facility, attending facility meetings as required, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum job requirements include an associate degree in physical therapy or graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program, minimum of 2 years of experience within a Physical Therapy facility, nursing home or rehabilitation agency preferred, and current CPR Certificate.

Specialized knowledge/skills include interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills, confidentiality and discretion, and customer/client engagement.

Physical requirements include being dexterous and able to stand for extended periods. This position requires the following abilities: balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, tactile sense, repetitive motions, seeing, hearing, talking, and visual acuity.

Phoenix Physical Therapy is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.