What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position at Premier Orthopaedics?
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Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Location: Glen Mills, PA
Schedule: Full-time: 2 days/week 6:00am-2:30pm, 2 days/week 11:30am-8:00pm, Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm.
About Us:
Premier is a leading orthopedic practice committed to diagnosing and treating a wide range of orthopedic injuries and conditions. We operate in over 50 locations and have more than 70 physicians dedicated to providing exceptional care across the Greater Philadelphia area. With a team of nearly 1,000 employees, we thrive in a supportive environment that prioritizes collaboration and patient satisfaction.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy medical, vision, and dental plans, 100% employer-paid life insurance, and a generous 401(k) match.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous paid sick and vacation time, plus 7 paid holidays each year.
- Flexible Work Hours: Embrace morning or evening work schedule that supports your lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Excellent opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- CME/CEU Reimbursement: Enjoy CME/CEU reimbursement of up to $1,500 annually (position specific)
- Employee Rewards: Participate in our employee referral reward program and celebrate your contributions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Establishes and maintains effective communication with physicians, staff, and other departments.
- Executes plan of care within and in full compliance with state board recommendations and guidelines.
- Responds to patient questions and inquiries as required to resolve problems and maintain high patient standards.
- Documents care and other patient information for the medical record and per state practice act.
- Fully integrated as the primary member of the treatment team for each case in caseload.
- Complies with department policies and procedures and state regulations for OSHA and infection control.
- Assists with training Physical Therapy Aides.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program and must be certified in the state of Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of one year experience in an out-patient Physical Therapy clinic or equivalent experience.
- Current state PTA certification
- Knowledge of physical therapy principles, standards, and practices.
- Knowledge of how to use the physical therapy equipment.
- Knowledge of company policies, OSHA, and infection control regulations.
- Consistently using effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Salary : $1,500
