Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Coordinated Health, Pennsylvania, US
Onsite
Patient exercise instruction
Assistive device training
Apply physical modalities
Provides care under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, teaching patients exercise for mobility, strength, and coordination

Job Summary

  • Provides care under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, teaching patients exercise for mobility, strength, and coordination.
  • Applies modalities as indicated to aid patients in recovery and/or pain relief and recommends modifications to existing physical therapy treatment plans.
  • Lehigh Valley Health Network is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work and has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years.

Matching Summary

Provides care under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, teaching patients exercise for mobility, strength, and coordination.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • patient exercise instruction
  • assistive device training
  • apply physical modalities
  • document patient progress
  • patient care delivery

Nice-to-have

  • compassionate patient care
  • teamwork and collaboration
  • forward-thinking organization

Key Requirements

  • Associate’s Degree in physical therapy assisting
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support
  • PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant License

Work Rights

Not specified

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