Acute Care PTA (Float) – Rehab Team Support

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

Job summary

VIRTUA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for an acute care float position covering all divisions as needed, with a Sunday through Thursday schedule from 8:00 to 4:30. The role involves performing rehabilitative treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist and contributing to patient progress documentation.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited PTA degree and current NJ licensure, plus CPR certification, to support seamless care across departments while collaborating with the

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members/supervisors 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 for an acute care float position covering all divisions as needed, with a Sunday through Thursday schedule from 8:00 to 4:30. The role involves performing rehabilitative treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist and contributing to patient progress documentation.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited PTA degree and current NJ licensure, plus CPR certification, to support seamless care across departments while collaborating with the