Physical Therapy Assistant

Melmark Overview Current Pennsylvania certification for physical therapist assistant required. Melmark is a nonprofit organization providing clinically-sophisticated evidence-based special education, residential, vocational, and therapeutic services for children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, medical complexities, and other neurological and genetic disorders.

Physical Therapist Assistant Overview The Physical Therapist Assistant provides clinical physical therapy for Melmark individuals under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist.

Schedule and Salary Information

• Monday- Friday 8am-4:30pm
• Starting Rate: $27.88/hour (+) based on years of experience

Requirements

• Graduate of approved Physical Therapy Assistant program with an Associate’s degree.
• Current Pennsylvania license for physical therapist assistant.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a related field preferred.

Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities

• Effectively implements and documents therapy programs.
• Utilizes special equipment including positioning, exercise, developmental motor programs, ambulation and functional lifetime activities.
• Acts as an assistant to the physical therapist in complex procedures and evaluations.
• Assists the physical therapist in gathering, organizing and reporting assessment data.
• Other duties assigned and needed for efficient functioning in the classroom and residential areas. The physical therapist may ask the physical therapist assistant, if appropriately trained and knowledgeable, to assist in student screenings, participate in school wide education, perform selected measurement procedures.
• Maintain detailed records, document progress, and communicate findings and any necessary adjustments to the supervising physical therapist and other team members
• Ensure all activities adhere to the stat licensure laws, and the APTA code of ethics for PTAs.
• Provides staff training to direct care staff, family members, or others on any specific physical therapy goals and objectives, or teaching plans
• Makes or obtains necessary adaptive equipment required for optimal participation in each individuals day or residential program.
• Manages equipment, schedules, workplace and therapy files
• Assists in maintenance and repair of durable medical equipment in collaboration with the physical therapist, facilities team and vendors.

Benefits

• Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick!
• Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan AND 403(b) with employer matching
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Student Loan Reimbursement
• Professional Conference and Research Opportunities
• Onsite CEUs at no cost to employees