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Physical Therapist Assistant

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What they do

A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$62,134 / year median in Connecticut

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

  • Overview
  • Position:
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Location:
  • New Britain, CT
  • Schedule:
  • Monday through Friday
  • Compensation:
  • Hourly wage starting at $32 based on experience Our Select Physical Therapyoutpatient orthopedic center is seeking alicensed 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. This physical therapy assistant position will be treating a purely outpatient orthopedic population. It is a large, well-equipped, multi clinician center. The office is attached to a large orthopedic MD practice and the therapists have close collaboration with the physicians on patient care.
  • 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 + Indefinite student debt benefit program + 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
  • _Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law._
  • Location :
    Location
  • _US-CT-New Britain_
  • Job ID
  • _380800_
  • Position Type
  • _Full Time_
  • Experience (Years)
  • _0_
  • Category
  • _Physical Therapist Assistant_
  • Company
  • _Select Physical Therapy_