Physical Therapist Assistant | Outpatient | Primarily Neuro Focus

UPMC • Williamsport, PA • 8h ago

Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant - Neuro Focus

Schedule:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Join our dynamic outpatient therapy team and play a meaningful role in helping patients regain function, independence, and confidence. This position offers the opportunity to work primarily with neurological patient populations, providing both variety and professional growth in a supportive, collaborative environment.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions based on individualized plans of care, working closely with experienced physical therapists to drive strong outcomes for patients across the lifespan. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about neuro rehabilitation, patient-centered care, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

What You'll Do

Provide skilled physical therapy treatments in alignment with the Physical Therapist's plan of care.

Recommend adjustments in treatment based on patient progress and response.

Assist with patient transport in a safe, professional, and courteous manner.

Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.

Direct therapy volunteers and assist with clerical responsibilities as needed.

Rotate through treatment areas/facilities when required to support department needs.

Clinical & Professional Responsibilities

Participate actively in staff meetings, in-services, and department committees.

Provide-and appropriately supervise-clinical support staff per state Physical Therapy Practice Act requirements.

Deliver comprehensive therapeutic interventions for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients within the scope of practice.

Assist PTs in patient surveys and assessments within permitted scope.

Complete accurate charges and statistical information reflecting services provided.

Maintain thorough and compliant electronic documentation, including changes in patient status, cancellations, and interventions administered.

Request and provide timely, constructive feedback to supervisors to support continuous improvement.

Meet or exceed productivity expectations set by the facility.

Implement treatment programs that reflect current evidence-based practice, adjusting care as patient status or response to therapy changes-and promptly communicating those changes to the Physical Therapist.

Why Join Us

Opportunity to specialize and grow in neuro-focused outpatient rehabilitation.

Work in a collaborative, patient-centered team environment.

Gain exposure to diverse patient populations across the age spectrum.

Play a key role in helping patients achieve meaningful milestones in their recovery journey.

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (APTA) and holder of an Associate's Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

Strong knowledge of normal human growth and development across the lifespan.

Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service and patient-centered care.

Ability to read, understand, analyze, and interpret medical record documentation.

Proven skills in organization, planning, follow-through, problem solving, and stress tolerance.

Ability to apply logical reasoning, critical thinking, and strategic judgment when addressing a wide range of clinical and operational challenges.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to identify and support referral growth opportunities.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with the healthcare team, supervisors, coworkers, and leadership.

Active participation in relevant professional healthcare organizations preferred.

Completion of all mandatory system, business unit, facility, and department-specific competencies and orientations.

May work in clinical spaces where medications are stored; however, no direct medication handling is permitted in this role.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification (AHA-approved, including didactic and skills demonstration) required within 30 days of hire.

Active Physical Therapist Assistant license (or PTA Indirect Supervision license) as required by the practicing state.

Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance with renewal.

Act 34 Criminal Background Check with renewal.

Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Clearance with renewal.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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