Acute Care PTA (Float) – Drive Patient Recovery

VIRTUA; Bellmawr (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VIRTUA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to float across divisions as needed. The role runs Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, performing rehabilitative treatments under supervision of a PT.

The successful candidate will hold a APTA-accredited PTA associate degree, possess NJ licensure and CPR certification, and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient rehab services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Physical Therapy Assistant Associate degree from a program accredited by the APTA.
• Current licensure in New Jersey.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.
• Provides physical therapy interventions consistent with the plan of care and continuously provides input and direct feedback to the physical therapist relative to the patient’s treatment and status.
• Maintains and completes patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.
• Effectively utilizes aides and other support staff as appropriate.
• Effectively communicates with patient and/or family/significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patient’s age, physical condition and cultural needs.

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant Associate degree

Job description

VIRTUA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to float across divisions as needed. The role runs Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, performing rehabilitative treatments under supervision of a PT.

The successful candidate will hold a APTA-accredited PTA associate degree, possess NJ licensure and CPR certification, and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient rehab services.