Job Summary
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapist Assistant, where your expertise will directly impact patient recovery and well-being. In this vital role, you will collaborate closely with licensed physical therapists to deliver high-quality rehabilitative care in an out patient setting. Your hands-on support will help patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and achieve their health goals through personalized treatment plans. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while advancing your professional skills.
Duties
- Assist licensed physical therapists in implementing comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Conduct therapeutic exercises and modalities, including trigger point therapy, to promote healing and mobility.
- Monitor patient progress, document responses to treatments, and communicate updates to the supervising therapist.
- Support discharge planning by preparing patients for transition to home or other care settings.
- Educate patients and their families on physiotherapy techniques, safety precautions, and ongoing care strategies.
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and documentation standards.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate patient care across inpatient, outpatient, geriatrics, pediatrics, orthopedics, and acute care settings.
Requirements
- Certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program is required.
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and physiotherapy techniques is essential.
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and adapt to various clinical settings such as outpatient clinics or inpatient units.
- Strong communication skills to educate patients and collaborate with healthcare professionals effectively. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally while delivering compassionate care that transforms lives.
Pay: $35.00 - $43.00 per hour
Work Location: In person