Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA - Outpatient

Job Duties: Performs a physical therapy treatment program developed by the physical therapist and progresses the patient through the program in a safe and competent manner. Prepares patient for treatment by explaining the treatment process and positioning the patient for comfort, safety, and optimal response to the various treatment modalities in a safe and appropriate manner. Utilizes appropriate active and passive therapeutic exercise programs and equipment safely and effectively such as range of motion, strengthening, stretching, and isokinetic training. Performs gait training, transfer training, and other functional activities. Performs selected measurement procedures consistently and accurately such as joint range of motion, gross strength of muscle groups, length and girth of body parts and vital signs. Fits patients for and adjusts assistive devices such as canes, walkers, crutches, and wheelchairs appropriate to the patient's diagnosis. Instructs and trains the patient in the proper use and care of orthoses, prostheses, and assistive devices. Modifies treatment procedures as indicated by patient response to treatment within the limits specified in the treatment plan and discusses treatment changes with the supervising physical therapist. Provides instruction to patient and family specific to the patient's needs and individual treatment program. Keeps the physical therapist aware of patient's status and any problems that may arise. Performs discharge planning activities in a timely and effective manner as a member of the rehab team and as directed by the physical therapist. Provides for patient equipment needs when applicable. Instructs patient and family in home exercise programs, safe performance of mobility skills, and the safe use and operation of equipment as all documentation responsibilities pertinent to patient care legibly and in compliance with departmental policy.

Hours: Full time, 40 hour a week

Skills: Health Care Policy And Ethics Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Physiotherapy, Rehab Assessment And Care, Rehabilitation Practices/Programs, Teamwork, Therapeutic TreatmentOUR PURPOSE & VALUES:KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the : We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.