PRN Physical Therapy Assistant - Military veterans preferred

About UsAt Excelsia Injury Care we provide management services to a host of healthcare companies throughout Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Missouri which furnishes high-quality integrated healthcare to people suffering from neuro-musculoskeletal injuries.The healthcare companies we manage, and service, offer an extensive slate of office-based rehabilitation and diagnostic services, surgical and pain management services provided by compassionate and skilled professionals who medically manage each patient from evaluation through treatment to ensure patients have the best achievable outcomes. Our healthcare companies are leaders in care delivery for personal injury and worker's compensation patients and have a proven track record of returning patients to their highest level of activity as quickly as possible. We are devoted to furnishing highly competent and timely services in compliance with all applicable legal, regulatory, and ethical standards; a commitment to doing things right. We strive to be a good corporate citizen and integrate ESG (environmental, social and governance) considerations within our Enterprise business practices. Our mission is to benefit the healthcare companies we serve, as well as all our collective employees, and communities. Diversity Statement: Excelsia PA is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition, marital, civil union or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.Location and Hours:8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Mon-Fri). No weekends.All hours are subject to change based on each individual office's needs, patient census, or management.Who are we looking for?We are in need of a PTA with strong orthopedic and manual skills who can work collaboratively in a multimodal approach that is PATIENT-CENTERED! Our therapists need to be self-motivated, very organized, caring and have a degree from an APTA accredited physical therapy program as well as a current license to practice.REQUIREMENT: PTA with an Indirect License.What qualifications do you need to possess?Must have graduated from a A.P.T.A accredited therapy assistant program, with a minimal of an Associates degree and be eligible for State Board Examination. Individuals must pass the licensing exam in order to continue practice beyond a temporary license. PTA must maintain all requirements of State licensure.Who does it report to?Supervising Licensed Physical Therapist, Site Supervisor, Clinical Director, Owners and Directors.What are the Primary responsibilities?Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) may treat patients ONLY under the direction of a Physical Therapist as defined in the State law.The PTA may perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the Supervising Physical Therapist.The PTA may administer treatment with therapeutic exercise, massage, mechanical devices, and therapeutic agents that use the properties of air, water, electricity, sound or light.The PTA may make minor modifications to treatment plans within the predetermined plan of care, assist the physical therapist with evaluations, and document treatment progress.The ability of the PTA to perform the selected and delegated tasks shall be assessed by the supervising physical therapist.The PTA shall not perform interpretation of referrals, physical therapy evaluation, re- evaluation, major modification of treatment plan, final discharge of the patient, or therapeutic techniques beyond the skill and knowledge of the PTA or without proper supervision.What physical demands should you be aware of?General Demands for the Physical Therapy Assistant position are listed under the 'medium duty' category in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles as published by The U.S. Department of Labor. The physical demands incorporated at The Injury Care Center are not to exceed this level. All employees should seek assistance from another individual to prevent any lifting beyond a 50 lb level. The Sit/Stand/Walk ratios tend to be equal at 33% of the day. This ratio remains within the control of the therapist depending on the task that needs to be accomplished.Benefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insurance