What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center?
Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is looking for Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant
Looking for a place where you’ll be appreciated, supported and set up for success?
Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is now under new ownership and management and we’re building a compassionate team of therapists who are passionate about resident care. We believe great employees deserve a great workplace, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow personally and professionally.
Conveniently located just 5 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, we’re proud to serve one of the city’s most diverse communities.
Benefits:
- Generous PTO and payout options
- Holiday Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available 90 days after hire
- Free Parking
- Life Insurance
- Flexibility with schedule
Responsibilities
- Implement resident’s treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist
- Offer treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility
- Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
- 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
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
- License and Certification in Pennsylvania for PTA
Pay: From $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- License and Certification in PA for PTA (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $33