Physical Therapist Assistant

Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is looking for Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant

Looking for a place where you’ll be appreciated, supported and set up for success?

Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is now under new ownership and management and we’re building a compassionate team of therapists who are passionate about resident care. We believe great employees deserve a great workplace, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow personally and professionally.

Conveniently located just 5 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, we’re proud to serve one of the city’s most diverse communities.

Benefits:

• Generous PTO and payout options
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available 90 days after hire
• Free Parking
• Life Insurance
• Flexibility with schedule

Responsibilities

• Implement resident’s treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist
• Offer treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility
• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
• Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs
• Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
• Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Consult and practice with other health professionals
• Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress
• Document patient care services

Skills

• Proven work experience as a physical therapy assistant
• Intensive education and clinical expertise
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Valid PTA license in PA

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
• License and Certification in Pennsylvania for PTA

Pay: From $35,568.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• License and Certification in PA for PTA (Required)

Work Location: In person