Acute Care PTA - Float, Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Jobtome; Haddon Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for an acute care float position covering all divisions as needed. The schedule runs 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, with sign-on bonus eligibility.

Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, you will perform rehabilitative treatments, document patient progress, support operations, and help improve rehab service utilization. This role requires NJ licensure and CPR certification, with a PTA associate degree from an

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

Jobtome is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for an acute care float position covering all divisions as needed. The schedule runs 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, with sign-on bonus eligibility.

Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, you will perform rehabilitative treatments, document patient progress, support operations, and help improve rehab service utilization. This role requires NJ licensure and CPR certification, with a PTA associate degree from an