Physical Therapy Assistant - Altoona

• Overview Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Needed to Join Growing Healthcare Facility! Full Time - Monday through Friday No Weekends, Evenings or Holidays! *Must have Indirect PTA License
• Benefits of the Physical Therapist Assistant: Monday - Friday, Daylight Schedule Competitive Pay Comprehensive Benefits Package 401k Travel Reimbursement Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Off

Responsibilities

Day-to-day responsibilities include: Assisting the resident Physical Therapist in all aspects of member therapy and care plan needs Providing interventions based on specific needs, including therapeutic exercise, gait training, ambulation and other physical assistance Monitoring and documenting treatments and interventions, ensuring all members of interdisciplinary teams have access to this vital information Updating Plans of Care based on progress and evolving needs Identifying areas for individual and group improvements and enhancements, and implementing new procedures and processes under the supervision of the Physical Therapist Developing group exercise programs for maintenance therapy members Aiding in in-home treatment programs, including goal setting and exercise, plus family and caregiver education Assessing progress and determining comprehensive courses of action to improve outcomes or maintain success Additional responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

Candidates must be licensed Physical Therapy Assistants in Pennsylvania, and be committed to the coursework/workshops required to maintain licensing. Additionally, candidates should have at least one year’s experience working in a PTA role. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license is also required to be considered for this position. EOE