Physical Therapist Assistant, Wilkes-Barre Transitional Rehab Unit (Call-In, Days)
Company: ALLIED SERVICES
Location: Wilkes Barre
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY:Under the overall supervision of the Rehab
Director, the Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical
therapy treatments under the direct, on premise supervision of the
Physical Therapist, in compliance with state law governing the
practice of Physical Therapy in the Commonwealth of PA.The Physical
Therapist Assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and
skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the
patients served by his/her department - adolescent through
geriatric. The Physical Therapist Assistant must demonstrate
knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life
span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the
patient's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to
identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific
needs; and to provide the care needed as described in the Physical
Therapy Department's policies and procedures.Type of supervision
exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position:
none.EDUCATION:Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant Program
approved in the year of graduation by the American Physical Therapy
Association.WORK EXPERIENCE:New graduate acceptable.One (1) to two
(2) years Physical Therapist Assistant experience preferred.SPECIAL
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal
history check.Must be licensed as a PTA in the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania.Excellent communication skills required for effective
communication with management, staff, patients, and visitors.Must
attain and maintain certification of CPR.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Medium
Work: duties require exerting 25 to 50 lbs. of force occasionally
(approx 10-33% of shift), and/or 10-25lbs. of force frequently
(approx 33-66% of the time), and/or greater than negligible amount
up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and
move objects.Position involves bending, reaching, and stooping
(occasionally in strained position) throughout shift.Ability to
transport self throughout facility is required.ACCIDENT OR HEALTH
HAZARDS:Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.WORKING
CONDITIONS:Well-lit office, gym, and PT care areas.
Keywords: ALLIED SERVICES, Scranton , Physical Therapist Assistant, Wilkes-Barre Transitional Rehab Unit (Call-In, Days), Healthcare , Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
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