Physical Therapy Assistant

Excelsia Injury Care · Glenolden, PA · 1 wk ago

On-siteHealthcare$29–$35/hrFull-time

Born in 1993, Excelsia Injury Care’s mission is to restore quality of life through patient-centric care and support for those injured in motor vehicle or work-related accidents. With over 100 patient care centers across the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Mountain West regions, our vision is to be the leading provider of injury care, setting the standard for excellence in every community we serve and expanding access to high-quality care nationwide.

At Excelsia, we deliver the full continuum of outpatient care within one seamless, connected system. Our diverse team of medical specialists offers a wide range of treatment services, covering medical, orthopedics, neurology, rehabilitation, diagnostic, and surgical. We are committed to supporting patients through personalized support, detailed documentation, and outcome-oriented care coordination to make the recovery process easier. With Excelsia, patients are never far from the care they need—with the compassion they deserve.

Founded on the values of respect and trustworthiness, we are committed to delivering services that adhere to the highest legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. As responsible corporate citizens, we integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into our business practices, ensuring that we positively impact the healthcare companies we serve, our employees, and the communities we reach.

Pay

The hourly rate for this role is $29-$35 an hour based on years of experience.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule

Monday through Friday. No weekends.

Requirements

Degree from an APTA-accredited physical therapy assistant program (minimum Associate’s degree)
Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Eligibility for State Board Examination (must pass licensing exam to continue practice beyond a temporary license)
Maintain all requirements of State licensure
Strong orthopedic and manual skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a multimodal, patient-centered approach
Self-motivated, highly organized, and caring

Responsibilities

Treat patients only under the direction of a Physical Therapist as defined by State law
Perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected and delegated by the Supervising Physical Therapist
Administer treatment using therapeutic exercise, massage, mechanical devices, and therapeutic agents (e.g., air, water, electricity, sound, or light)
Make minor modifications to treatment plans within the predetermined plan of care
Assist the physical therapist with evaluations and document treatment progress
Do not perform interpretation of referrals, physical therapy evaluation/re-evaluation, major modification of treatment plans, final discharge of the patient, or therapeutic techniques beyond the skill and knowledge of the PTA or without proper supervision

Physical Demands

This role is classified as 'medium duty' per the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (U.S. Department of Labor).

Lifting should not exceed 50 lbs; assistance should be sought for heavier loads
Sit/stand/walk ratios are approximately equal (33% each) and may vary based on tasks

Reporting Structure

This role reports to the Supervising Licensed Physical Therapist, Site Supervisor, Clinical Director, Owners, and Directors.