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UPMC Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient in Coudersport, Pennsylvania

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

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