Back to Jobs search

Student-PT Assistant

Genesis Healthcare • Collegeville, PA • 1w ago

Overview

*FOR 2025 FALL SEMESTER STUDENTS ONLY ** (Rotation START dates between September through December). Please check back if you need a rotation for a different semester. Thank you for supporting Powerback Rehab's Student Program

THIS IS AN OUTPATIENT PLACEMENT

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.

Support for New Grads & Clinical Fellows: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.

Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.

H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.

Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant student provides physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed

Physical Therapist and/or Physical Therapist Assistant.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Student will follow all Powerback Rehabilitation policy and

procedures outlined in the on-boarding and orientation process.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Student is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of

rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and

timely documentation of services with the supervision of the Clinical Instructor.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Student attends and contributes to patient care, staffing

conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the

direction of the physical therapist and/or Clinical Instructor.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Student works with other members of the rehabilitation team to

implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient with

supervision from the Clinical Instructor.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Student instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist and/or Clinical Instructor.

Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated with supervision from the Clinical Instructor.

Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary with

supervision from the Clinical Instructor.

Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights with

supervision from the Clinical Instructor.

Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist with supervision from the Clinical Instructor.

With the supervision of their Clinical Instructor, Physical Therapist Assistant student may provide individualized physical therapy treatments including but not limited to:

a. Therapeutic exercise including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination,

agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and

locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and

endurance training

b. Functional training

c. Manual therapy Airway clearance techniques

d. Integumentary repair and protection

e. Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities

With the supervision of their Clinical Instructor, the Physical Therapist Assistant student will

organize and facilitate treatment utilizing the most appropriate mode of delivery with the physical

therapist.

Qualifications

Good organizational and time management skills.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively "Genesis") has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.

Similar Jobs

Truck Driver

Roehl Transport • Collegeville, PA • 3h ago

Trucking & Construction

In our over the road Flatbed Fleet, you'll haul unique freight mostly east of I-35 (though you may have loads that'll take you through any of the lower 48 states and Canada). As you see the nation, you'll also see many d...

3h ago

Go to Apply

IT Senior Systems Analyst

CertainTeed LLC • Malvern, PA • 12h ago

IT & Engineering

CertainTeed LLC seeks IT Senior Systems Analyst in Malvern, PA to design, deliver, and support IT solutions for business processes. Domestic and international travel up to 10% to visit manufacturing sites and company off...

12h ago

Go to Apply

CNC Grinding Setup - 1st & 2nd Shifts

B&G Manufacturing Co. • Hatfield, PA • 12h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of CNC grinders, manual centerless grinders, and surface grinders, maintaining a clean and organized work environment. As a CNC Grinding Setup...

12h ago

Go to Apply

Software Developer

Cantaloupe, Inc. • Malvern, PA • 18h ago

IT & Engineering

Cantaloupe, Inc. seeks a Software Developer in Malvern, PA. Job Description: Design and implement Java applications to fulfill requirements; develop technical designs for application development; Transform requirements i...

18h ago

Go to Apply

Geotechnical Project Manager - 2025-8514

Kleinfelder, Inc. • Exton, PA • 19h ago

Management & Administrative

Geotechnical Project Manager - 2025-8514 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Kleinfelder is seeking a Geotechnical Project Manager in the Mid-Atlantic Region. This role will be based in our Philadelphia, PA (Exton) office. Thi...

19h ago

Go to Apply

Image Scientist

Peraton • King Of Prussia, PA • 19h ago

Image Scientist Job Locations US-PA-King of Prussia | US-PA-King of Prussia Requisition ID 2025-155935 Position Category Scientific, Research & Analysis Clearance Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Responsibilities Seeking a moti...

19h ago

Go to Apply

Image Scientist (Mid)

Peraton • King Of Prussia, PA • 19h ago

Image Scientist (Mid) Job Locations US-VA-Springfield | US-PA-King of Prussia Requisition ID 2025-155530 Position Category Scientific, Research & Analysis Clearance Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Responsibilities Seeking a mo...

19h ago

Go to Apply

Senior Research Specialist

Dow Corporation • Collegeville, PA • 1d ago

The Dow Chemical Company. Defines and conducts research on projects using advanced knowledge of scientific principles, theory, and experimental design within a scientific discipline. Develops and implement technical solu...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Control Systems Programmer

Visual Sound • Broomall, PA • 1d ago

IT & Engineering

Visual Sound Inc TITLE: Control Systems Programmer ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: It takes a special company to stand out in today's highly competitive audio visual (AV) market. Welcome to Visual Sound, the company that exceeds...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Sales Representative BC - Pittsburg

Fiserv • King Of Prussia, PA • 1d ago

Sales & Marketing

Calling all innovators - find your future at Fiserv. We're Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.