Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$32-$40/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Position: Physical Therapist Assistant
- Location: Based out of Bethlehem, PA
Schedule: Per diem (PRN) Monday through Friday. Center hours 7am-6:30pm. 1 evening a week until 6:30 preferred. Closes at 3pm on Fridays.
Compensation: Hourly range is $32-$40/hr based on your experience.
Unique Location/Job Details: Per diem based out of our Bethlehem outpatient clinic but covering other locations in the Lehigh Valley as needed. Indirect Supervision preferred.
Our NovaCare Rehabilitation outpatient orthopedic center is seeking a licensed physical therapist assistant (PTA) to provide top-notch patient care to patients of all ages and abilities.
Our highly trained and respected clinical team provides treatment services that maximize functionality and promote the best optimal outcomes for our patients. We take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping all of our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.
Why Join Us
- Comprehensive benefits package and company matching 401(k) plans
- Industrywide unmatched continuing education (CEU) program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications and more
- Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews
Responsibilities
Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.
Qualifications
- College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
- Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
- Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
- CPR certification
- Additional Data
- Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 30 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 63% are remote, 13% have no call, 37% require no weekends.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at NovaCare Rehabilitation a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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- No weekends
- On-site