**Company Description** The team at Northern Edge Physical Therapy is committed to client-centered, compassionate care by talented and caring therapists and athletic trainers to make a difference in the lives of our clients and our community. Our state-of-the-art facility allows for novice and experienced therapists alike to develop clinical expertise and evidence-based specialties to become leaders in their profession and get clients results. **Are you a passionate and driven physical therapist assistant looking for an opportunity to help clients get results? Now is your chance to join a team of like-minded therapists on a path towards clinical expertise and passionate care.** **Job Description** **Northern Edge Physical Therapy** has an immediate opportunity for a full-time **Physical Therapist Assistant** who desires to join a team dedicated to evidence-based manual therapy. You will provide direct patient care and support rehabilitation activities. You will have access to state-of-the-art movement analysis technology, rehabilitative ultrasound imaging, and other assessment tools. You will be mentored to develop expert-level skills in Dry Needling, Manipulation, movement analysis and more. Responsibilities + Assesses patients and develops and initiates treatment plans based on the evaluation results. + Review the Physician's referral (Prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required. + Provides direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines. + Documents findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers. + Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians. + Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals. + Implements physical therapy treatment program and provides essential physical therapy treatments. + Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies. + Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports. **Qualifications** + Ability to build rapport with patients + Passion to help and motivate others + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Licensed physical therapist assistant in the State of Alaska **Additional Information** What you'll get + **Competitive hourly compensation, Based on Experience** + 401K & matching + **Sign-on and / or Relocation assistance** + Excellent benefits package, including 401k, health, dental, and generous paid time off + Continuing education- Northern Edge PT hosts in-house training sessions throughout the year. + Employee discount plans + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership + Clinical mentorship - Work with a talented and supportive team and gain clinical expertise in the most advanced tools. + Family-friendly work environment + Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement and/or if you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@icims.com