Job Description
Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19104
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Assignment Duration: Approx. 3 months (Summer Coverage)
Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week
Job Overview: We are currently seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support an inpatient rehab setting under the direct, on-premise supervision of a licensed physical therapist. This is a short-term contract ideal for candidates with pediatric and inpatient rehabilitation experience.
Key Responsibilities: Clinical:
Review and interpret medical records to understand patient diagnoses, precautions, goals, and plans of care.
Deliver direct interventions (e.g., gait training, therapeutic exercises, modalities) in both individual and group sessions.
Treat patients in a variety of hospital settings, including ambulatory care.
Evaluate patient responses to interventions and document progress accurately.
Instruct patients and caregivers in home programs, focusing on mobility and safe transfers.
Communicate patient progress and challenges to the supervising physical therapist.
Assist with care coordination tasks, including interdepartmental communication and equipment tracking.
Academic & Development:
Identify and address personal learning needs through continuous professional development.
Meet departmental competencies and participate in mentorship opportunities.
Attend departmental and hospital in-services as appropriate.
Administrative:
Maintain productivity and ensure resource utilization aligns with departmental expectations.
Actively participate in departmental meetings and planning sessions.
Support upkeep and organization of treatment areas and therapy equipment.
Required Qualifications:
Current Pennsylvania State Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
CPR Certification (must be obtained within 90 days of hire)
Pediatric patient care experience (Required)
Inpatient rehabilitation experience (Required)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with patients, families, and clinical teams
Job Tags
Temporary work, Summer work, Monday to Friday,
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