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UPMC Physical Therapy Assistant in Washington, Pennsylvania

Join Our Fun Physical Therapy Team! Ready for an exciting opportunity in the world of physical therapy? As a physical therapy assistant in our bustling rehab services department, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patient recovery, work alongside our dedicated therapists, and thrive in a friendly, team-oriented environment! If you’re passionate about helping others and eager to make a difference, apply today!

Responsibilities:

  • Participates in Treatment Planning and collaborates with PT in making referrals to other disciplines or agencies.

  • Selects therapy activities which are within the guidelines of PT standards of practice, and are patient specific.

  • Provides direct care to patients with ongoing interpretation of patient responses.

  • Informs PT of changes in patient response and activity that may affect the established plan of care.

  • Daily documentation includes skilled need and includes, but is not limited to, present level of function, current needs, patient/family goals, patient/family education and treatment plans.

  • Keeps PT and the treatment team informed of progress and needed revisions to plan and documents.

  • Recognizes, reports to PT any situation that warrants discontinuation of treatment.

  • Keeps informed of the latest technological developments and maintains professional competence and licensure requirements through various continuing education programs, in-services, seminars, and by reading relevant materials

  • Participates in chart audits.

  • Assists and orients new personnel to the department and organization.

Schedule: Day shift; various start times including 7:30AM, 8AM, 9:30AM, and 10AM, but can vary depending on caseload needs. Rotating days, weekends and holidays.

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

  • Associate Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Physical Therapist Assistant License

  • Act 33, 34, 73

Internal Posting Dates: 8/8/24-8/15/24

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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