Physical Therapy Assistant
Company: University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center
Location: Burlington
Posted on: January 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Needs to be licensed or eligible to be licensed
to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of
Vermont. JOB DESCRIPTION: Provides physical therapy to patients in
varying states of health and illness. Physical Therapy Assistant
manage movement dysfunction, enhance physical and functional
abilities, and promote optimal quality of life as it relates to
movement and health. Physical Therapy Assistant prevent the onset,
symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations,
and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders,
conditions, or injuries. Physical Therapy Assistants function as an
essential member of therapy and multidisciplinary teams providing
direct care to patients. They teach and prepare patients/families
and caregivers for continued care after discharge. The Physical
Therapy Assistant may be involved in consultative services within
UVM Medical Center and in the community. The Physical Therapy
Assistant demonstrates dedication to professional growth and
development and to the continuous improvement of patient care.
Physical Therapy Assistants shall provide physical therapy services
under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist and
shall communicate with the physical therapist when patient/client
status requires modifications to the established plan of care.
EDUCATION: - Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant associate
degree program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in
Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). - Licensed or eligible to be
licensed to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state
of Vermont EXPERIENCE: Acute Care experience preferred.
Keywords: University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center, Chicopee , Physical Therapy Assistant, Healthcare , Burlington, Massachusetts
