POSITION SUMMARY Provides various treatment programs and procedures in collabo¬ration with supervisor and other staff therapists. The Physical Therapy Assistant will actively participate as a member of the healthcare team to engage patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of patient care. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: • Graduate of an accredited program for physical therapy assistants. Experience: • Experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: • Must be able to perform all duties associated with the position of Physical Therapist Assistant. • Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills. • Demonstrates maturity to function independently, organize work and set priorities appropriately. License/Certification/Registration: • Must possess current licensure to practice in Pennsylvania. • Must complete the American Heart Association’s Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renew BLS every two years. • Must possess or be eligible for Physical Therapist Assistant – Indirect Supervision License. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Receives general supervision from the Director Operations. SUPERVISION GIVEN None  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Provides physical therapy treatments for patients based upon evaluation of a licensed therapist, effectively building rapport and trust • Performs responsibilities in a manner which demonstrates professionalism • Regularly acts as an assistant to the therapist when the therapist is performing complex evaluations and treatments • Executes the plan of care, measuring it at appropriate intervals and seeks advice about changes in the plan • Provides patient education while assisting the patient in understanding home treatment and exercise programs • Maintains proper documentation of patient records with physical therapists’ supervision • Maintains the physical orderliness of the facility • Checks the treatment areas for proper arrangements of equipment on a daily basis and as needed during the day • Assists the therapists and aide in cleaning equipment as necessary • Maintains professional growth/development • Encourage patients to complete the full course of therapy without discontinuing the plan of care • Provide patients with effective HEP’s? • Educate patients about benefits of fitness services provided by Fit for Play • Maintains competency through self-study, peer review, and continuing education • Understand proper documentation processes for compliance and billing purposes • Complete all paperwork related to patient care • Perform other duties as required NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs related and miscellaneous duties as assigned.