What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant position at Functional Pathways?
Job Details
Description
Functional Pathways is seeking a compassionate and motivated Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our teams at Marywood Heights and Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center in Scranton, Pennsylvania. This position with float between the two facilities.
Marywood Heights is a premier senior living community located in Scranton, PA, near the Marywood University campus. The community offers a range of care services, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its residents. With its convenient location and proximity to local landmarks like Nay Aug Park and the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Marywood Heights provides an ideal work environment for members of the therapy team looking to make a positive impact on the lives of seniors.
Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center in Scranton, Pennsylvania, provides a fantastic opportunity for a therapy team member to make a meaningful impact. Located near the Steamtown National Historic Site and the Everhart Museum, the facility is surrounded by rich history and cultural landmarks in the heart of Scranton. Working at Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab means joining a team committed to enhancing residents' quality of life through compassionate and innovative care. With a collaborative environment and access to state-of-the-art therapy resources, it’s an ideal setting to grow professionally while helping residents achieve their health and rehabilitation goals.
Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
Job Summary: The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution.
- Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.
- Active state license required.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines.
- Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure. Screening requirements may vary by location.
**Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.
