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Mount Nittany Health

Physical Therapy Assistant

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: State College, PA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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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.

$62,358 / year median in Pennsylvania

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides various treatment programs and procedures in collaboration with supervisor and other staff therapists.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Graduate of an accredited program for physical therapy assistants.

Experience:

Preference is given to applicants with a minimum of two years experience in the field or one year experience working in a physical therapy department of an acute care facility.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Demonstrates maturity to function independently, organize work and set priorities appropriately.

License/Certification/Registration:

Possess current PTA licensure to practice in Pennsylvania. Meets the American Heart Association's standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives general supervision from the Manager of Rehabilitation Services. Daily supervision provided by a licensed Physical Therapist as mandated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

SUPERVISION GIVEN PTA

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