What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center?
Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is looking for Full-time Physical Therapy Assistant
**SIGN ON BONUS: $5000 payable each pay period!!!**
Benefits:
- Generous PTO and payout options
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available the month after hire
- Tuition Assistance available
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexibility with schedule
- FREE SMARTPHONE AND CELLULAR SERVICE
- Employee Discount and Referral Programs
Responsibilities
- Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs
- Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility
- Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
- Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
- Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs
- Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
- Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
- Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
- Consult and practice with other health professionals
- Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress
- Document patient care services
Skills
- Proven work experience as a physical therapy assistant
- Intensive education and clinical expertise
- Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
- Current knowledge of treatment practices
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Valid PTA license in PA
Qualifications
- Associates degree in PTA
- License and Certification in Pennsylvania for PTA
Salary : $5,000
