Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)UPMC

Physical Therapist Assistant

Schedule: 8 hour shifts staggard between | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Are you passionate about helping patients regain function and improve their quality of life? Join our rehabilitation team as a Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact through patient-centered care. We welcome new graduates and are willing to train the right candidate for our team!

Why Join Our Team?

• Up to $3,500 Sign-On Bonus

• Competitive pay based on years of applicable experience

• Comprehensive retirement benefits, including a retirement savings plan and employer-sponsored pension

• Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• Continuing education opportunities throughout the year, including a paid MedBridge membership

• Up to 5.5 weeks of PTO annually, plus 7 paid holidays

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs that can earn additional PTO

• Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year for employees and eligible dependents

• Specialty programs and career development opportunitiesResponsibilities:

• Actively participates in staff meetings, development programs, and committees.

• Completes charge/statistical information accurately reflecting services rendered.

• Provides therapeutic interventions based on physical therapist-developed treatment programs for all age groups.

• Assists physical therapists in patient surveys within the scope of practice.

• Maintains comprehensive written/electronic documentation of clinical services.

• Rotates through treatment areas/facilities as needed.

• Provides objective feedback to supervisors on department performance and emergencies.

• Schedules to meet or exceed facility productivity standards.

• Implements treatment programs per physical therapist plans, adjusting as needed based on patient response and medical status.

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association with an associates degree as a physical therapist assistant.

• Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service

• Experience in acute care, inpatient rehab and TCU, preferredLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Physical Therapist Assistant OR Physical Therapist Assistant Indirect Supervision

• Act 34

• OAPSA

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran