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Join Our Team as a Full-Time Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant!

Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in their lives? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team! You’ll have the opportunity to work in our state-of-the-art clinics located in Coudersport, Shinglehouse, Port Allegany, and Smethport.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

+ **Flexible Schedule:** Enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule with daylight hours. Start and end times may vary based on your assigned clinic location, giving you the flexibility you need.

+ **Collaborative Environment:** Work closely with experienced physical therapists and a supportive team to provide the best care for our patients.

+ **Professional Growth:** Gain valuable experience and enhance your skills by working with patients of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric.

Your Role:

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will:

+ Provide physical therapy treatments according to the plan of care established by the physical therapist.

+ Recommend changes in treatment plans based on patient progress and response.

+ Maintain a neat and orderly work area.

+ Direct and supervise therapy volunteers.

+ Perform clerical tasks as needed.

+ Safely transport patients in a courteous and professional manner.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Supervise clinical support staff in accordance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act.

+ Accurately document and reflect services provided to patients.

+ Deliver comprehensive and skillful therapeutic interventions for patients of all ages.

+ Assist physical therapists in patient assessments.

+ Maintain detailed written and electronic documentation of all clinical services.

+ Rotate through different treatment areas and facilities as needed.

+ Provide feedback to supervisors on department performance and emergency situations.

+ Achieve and maintain productivity standards set by the organization.

+ Implement treatment programs effectively to achieve established outcomes and goals.

Join Us and Make a Difference!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that values your contributions, apply today!

+ **Education:** Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program with an associate degree.

+ **Skills:**

+ Strong customer service skills.

+ Knowledge of human growth and development.

+ Ability to read and interpret medical records.

+ Strong planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.

+ Effective written and verbal communication.

+ Ability to identify referral growth opportunities.

+ Ability to interact well with healthcare team and management.

+ **Experience:** Participation in healthcare industry professional organizations is preferred.

+ **Training:** Completion of all mandatory competencies and orientations.

+ **Other:** May work in areas where medications are stored, but no contact with medications is allowed.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ **CPR Certification:** Required within 30 days of hire.

+ **Licenses:**

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

+ Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist Assistant Indirect Supervision.

+ **Clearances:**

+ Act 33 with renewal.

+ Act 34 with renewal.

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran