**Join Our Team as a Full-Time Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant!** Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in their lives? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team! You’ll have the opportunity to work in our state-of-the-art clinics located in Coudersport, Shinglehouse, Port Allegany, and Smethport. **Why You’ll Love Working With Us:** + **Flexible Schedule:** Enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule with daylight hours. Start and end times may vary based on your assigned clinic location, giving you the flexibility you need. + **Collaborative Environment:** Work closely with experienced physical therapists and a supportive team to provide the best care for our patients. + **Professional Growth:** Gain valuable experience and enhance your skills by working with patients of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric. **Your Role:** As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will: + Provide physical therapy treatments according to the plan of care established by the physical therapist. + Recommend changes in treatment plans based on patient progress and response. + Maintain a neat and orderly work area. + Direct and supervise therapy volunteers. + Perform clerical tasks as needed. + Safely transport patients in a courteous and professional manner. **Key Responsibilities:** + Supervise clinical support staff in accordance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act. + Accurately document and reflect services provided to patients. + Deliver comprehensive and skillful therapeutic interventions for patients of all ages. + Assist physical therapists in patient assessments. + Maintain detailed written and electronic documentation of all clinical services. + Rotate through different treatment areas and facilities as needed. + Provide feedback to supervisors on department performance and emergency situations. + Achieve and maintain productivity standards set by the organization. + Implement treatment programs effectively to achieve established outcomes and goals. **Join Us and Make a Difference!** If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that values your contributions, apply today! + **Education:** Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program with an associate degree. + **Skills:** + Strong customer service skills. + Knowledge of human growth and development. + Ability to read and interpret medical records. + Strong planning, organization, and problem-solving skills. + Effective written and verbal communication. + Ability to identify referral growth opportunities. + Ability to interact well with healthcare team and management. + **Experience:** Participation in healthcare industry professional organizations is preferred. + **Training:** Completion of all mandatory competencies and orientations. + **Other:** May work in areas where medications are stored, but no contact with medications is allowed. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** + **CPR Certification:** Required within 30 days of hire. + **Licenses:** + Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). + Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist Assistant Indirect Supervision. + **Clearances:** + Act 33 with renewal. + Act 34 with renewal. + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal. **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**