Physical Therapy Assistant

Overview

Physical Therapy Assistant role at Spire Orthopedic Partners.

Middletown, CT.

Varied; 7am to 7pm Monday-Friday.

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a national partnership of orthopedic practices providing support, capital, and operational resources.

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) functions under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist (RPT) and carries out the therapy plan of care as assigned.

• Provide comprehensive therapy services in an outpatient setting to the orthopedic patient.
• Work collaboratively with other rehab therapists’ staff in a supportive team‑working environment.
• Provide ongoing therapy services in accordance with the established plan after the initial evaluation has been made by the RPT and the PTA has been oriented to the plan of treatment.
• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Notify RPT and document any change in condition.
• Documentation is completed in the EMR within 24 hours after visits are made.
• Educate the patient and caregiver on the plan of care, safety issues, prescribed exercises, and response to teaching.
• Participate in staff meetings, in‑service programs, and other meetings as requested.
• Flexible hours needed for clinic.

• New grads welcome.
• Outpatient and orthopedic experience preferred.
• Possess a current Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Graduate of a two‑year accredited physical therapist assistant program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing.

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Dynamic environment.
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners.
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience.
• Competitive compensation.
• Generous PTO.
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).