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Float Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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UPMC·Erie, Pennsylvania

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 11 days ago

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About the role

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides therapeutic interventions and treatment programs as established by the supervising physical therapist. They also maintain clinical documentation, supervise support staff, and transport patients between facilities as needed.

Provides physical therapy treatment in accordance with the plan of care established by the physical therapist.

Recommends changes in treatment plan to the supervising physical therapist based upon the patient's condition and response to treatment.

Maintains work area in a neat, orderly fashion.

Directs therapy volunteers.

Performs clerical responsibilities as required by the facility.

Transports patients as necessary in a safe, comfortable, courteous, timely and professional manner via prescribed transport vehicles.

This is a float position that will assist with coverage of our outpatient clinics in the Erie region.

Responsibilities

Actively participates in staff meetings, development programs, and committees. Supervises clinical support staff per the Physical Therapy Practice Act. Completes charge/statistical information accurately reflecting services rendered. Provides therapeutic interventions based on physical therapist-developed treatment programs for all age groups. Assists physical therapists in patient surveys within the scope of practice. Maintains comprehensive written/electronic documentation of clinical services. Rotates through treatment areas/facilities as needed. Provides objective feedback to supervisors on department performance and emergencies. Schedules to meet or exceed facility productivity standards. Implements treatment programs per physical therapist plans, adjusting as needed based on patient response and medical status.

Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association with an associates degree as a physical therapist assistant. Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Physical Therapist Assistant OR Physical Therapist Assistant Indirect Supervision Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program with an associate degree. Current CPR/BLS certification and relevant state clearances are required for the role.

  • associate degree
  • Customer Service
  • CPR
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Basic Life Support
  • Physical Therapy
  • Patient Transport
  • Patient Treatment
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Clinical Support Supervision
  • Electronic Documentation
  • Medical Status Assessment
  • Facility Productivity

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Erie, Pennsylvania
Posted
Aug 28, 2026
Application
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UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the...

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TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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