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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Quick overview

The PTA provides physical therapy services to older adults under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include implementing treatment interventions, collecting data, and developing maintenance programs for participants.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be graduates of an APTA-approved PTA curriculum and hold a valid Pennsylvania PTA license and driver's license. One year of experience with the frail or elderly population is highly preferred.

professional certificateOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPatient CareData CollectionTreatment ImplementationBasic Computer Knowledge

Job description

Shift

PART-TIME - Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm (20 hours per week)

Location: Homestead, PA

Summary of Job Duties

Our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services to older adults (age 55+) under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist. This position will implement as directed, components of participant interventions (treatment), obtain data related to the interventions provided, and make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the participant as directed by the Physical Therapist and/or to ensure the participant's safety and comfort. The PTA will work with the team to develop group and individual programs for maintenance to our participants and will perform assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

Required Education

Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Required Experience: One year working with the frail or elder population is highly preferred

Required Certifications/Licensure

Valid Physical Therapist Assistant indirect supervision license in the state of Pennsylvania. Valid PA Driver's license.

Required Skills

Excellent communication skills
Proven organizational skills
Basic computer knowledge

About us

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.