Job Description:

　　Under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, performs treatments and provides exercise instruction, demonstration and education for patients at an intermediate to advanced skills level.

　　The selected candidate will work Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. There will be weekend rotation every 8 weeks.

　　Duties and Responsibilities

　　Carries out a program of exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as determined by evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.

　　Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and complex procedures according to the rules and regulations of the APTA and PPTA.

　　Coordinates physical therapy activities in collaboration with the other members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate achievement of established goals.

　　Ensures compliance with regulations set forth by the regulatory agencies and state governing bodies.

　　Conducts or participates in training medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and o.

　　Utilizes safe patient handling techniques for all patient transfers, lifts and positioning.

　　Complies with PA practice act related to communication with supervising Physical Therapist.

　　Participates in mentoring of fellow staff and students as defined by clinical ladder.

　　Performs additional administrative duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, orientation, competency training, participation in peer/performance reviews and in-services.

　　Assists leadership team in program development and performance improvement.

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum Education:

　　Associate's Degree

　　Required Courses:

　　Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program

　　Required Certification:

　　Certified Physical Therapist Assistant

　　BLS certification

　　Minimum Experience Required:

　　2 – 5 years+

　　Skills:

　　Must possess a valid driver’s license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management. Willing/able to drive in varying weather conditions and in urban/rural settings.Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

　　WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.