Physical Therapist Assistant Job Description

A physical therapist assistant, or PTA, is a licensed, graduate-level health professional who assists Physical Therapists (PTs) with patient assessments, treatment, and rehabilitation.

PTAs perform many of the same treatments as PTs, such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, instructing patients on home therapies, educating patients on self-care, and using assistive and/or adaptive equipment.

The PTA also performs assessments on patients and provides treatment under the direction of the PT.

The PT and PTA collaborate to help patients recover the highest possible level of function.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team! We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and are looking for someone who is passionate about helping others improve their quality of life. If you are a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and cover letter today!

Physical Therapist Assistant Duties:

• Assist licensed therapists with independent assessments and treatments of clients
• Instruct and supervise clients on various therapeutic exercises
• Perform manual therapy, such as massage, stretching, and mobilization
• Monitor client’s vital signs, such as heart rate, respiration, and blood pressure
• Describe and demonstrate therapeutic exercise techniques to clients
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of physical therapy and rehabilitative techniques
• Encourage and develop client’s participation in treatment
• Work intimately with clients and their families

Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities:

• Associate’s degree in physical therapy or physical therapy assistant program
• 2+ years’ prior experience as a physical therapy assistant
• Ability to diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders of the musculoskeletal system
• Ability to assist licensed physical therapists with treatment modalities, treatments, and exercises
• Ability to assist

Requirements And Skills:

• Assist in evaluating, treating, rehabilitating, and instructing patients on proper use of muscles, bones, joints, and nerves
• Develop and implement treatment plans and therapeutic exercises for patients
• Perform manual therapy techniques, including massage, joint mobilizations, and soft tissue manipulation
• Perform functional capacity evaluations and assessment of functional motor skills
• Perform patient evaluations to diagnose and rehabilitate patients
• Design and implement treatment plans for patients
• Counsel, educate, and train patients
• Maintain and update patient records

We at Company Name believe that a diverse and inclusive team is a strong team. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals.