Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

WHY WORK FOR US? WE OFFER:

• Top paying facility in the area!
• Medical / Dental / Vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package
• Paid holidays
• Full-time, part-time, and per diem shifts available
• Day shift, evening shift, night shift, and weekend shifts available
• Flexible scheduling for a work-life balance
• Weekly employee appreciation events: we love to celebrate our team!
• FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team!

Physical Therapy Assistant ( PTA ) Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) performs patient related activities under the direction of a physical therapist. Services may include but are not limited to purposeful activities or interventions to maximize the independence and the maintenance of health of any individual who is limited by a physical injury or illness, a cognitive impairment, a psychosocial dysfunction, a mental illness, a developmental or learning disability, or an adverse environmental condition.

Physical Therapy Assistant ( PTA ) Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting the physical therapist when performing tests, evaluation and complex treatment procedures
• Observing, recording and reporting to the therapist the condition, reactions and responses related to assigned duties
• Assisting the therapist in consulting with patients, family members and other health care professionals as appropriate
• Assisting with the care of the physical therapy department and equipment
• Assisting the physical therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned

Physical Therapy Assistant ( PTA ) Required Education and Experience:

• Must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) in the appropriate state
• Prior experience in Physical Therapy, preferred
• Prior experience in Skilled Nursing, preferred