Physical Therapist Assistant

. Provide coordinated physical therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist .

Posted 9/25/2026part-timeBethlehem • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide coordinated physical therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
Administer the physical therapy treatment plan developed by the licensed Physical Therapist
Facilitate patients’ range of motion, strength, coordination, assistive equipment use, functional mobility, and safety related to activities of daily living
Communicate with the Therapy Supervisor, Patient Care Manager, and appropriate staff to plan patient and family care
Confer with occupational therapy, nursing, speech-language pathology, social work, and home health aide staff in planning rehabilitation
Observe, record, and report patient treatment responses and changes in condition to physicians and/or clinical supervisors
Complete timely, accurate, legible documentation in compliance with agency policies and directives
Document care effectiveness and outcomes and revise care as needed
Plan patient discharge in conjunction with the licensed Physical Therapist
Instruct health team personnel, patients, and family members in physical therapy activities and activities of daily living
Apply infection control and universal precautions during patient care
Accept clinical assignments consistent with education and competence
Provide orientation to new employees regarding scope of practice
Use personal transportation to provide services

What you’ll need

Certificate of Authority for Indirect Supervision from Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy required
Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy
One to two years of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred
Must have and maintain a valid Pennsylvania or New Jersey Driver’s License
Must have and maintain a good driving record accepted by the Network insurance carrier
Must have and maintain motor vehicle insurance meeting the minimum requirements established by Pennsylvania or New Jersey
Must obey and adhere to all motor vehicle regulations and laws while operating the vehicle
Must perform routine maintenance on vehicle
Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time
Must tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively
Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines
Must be able to lift/move and push/pull patients weighing up to 300 lbs.
Must frequently stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel, and reach above shoulder level
Must have tactile sensation for feeling muscle spasms, texture, and skin temperature
Must be able to hear normal conversation and call bells
Must have general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision
Submit application using full legal name and current home address
Include employment history for the past seven years, including present employer

Comp & perks