Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant: Patient Impact

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; Chilhowie (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to assess residents and implement therapy plans within our facility. The PTA will work according to a structured treatment program and maintain progress records.

The role requires a graduate PTA, NPTE eligibility or license, and ongoing engagement with current clinical literature to maintain professional standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Has taken NPTE or is eligible to take it.
• State license to practice as PTA or eligible to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Assesses residents' occupational therapy needs and matches services available.
• Meets with residents regularly according to treatment program schedule, evaluates progress and maintains records.
• Reports progress to management and family members and discusses regularly.
• Repeats evaluations on a regular basis to measure progress per professional guidelines.
• Keeps current with professional literature and attends seminars to update professional skills.

Skills

Hearing ability

Verbal and written communication

Education

ACCEPTED PTA PROGRAM GRADUATE

NPTE eligible / State license eligible

Job description

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to assess residents and implement therapy plans within our facility. The PTA will work according to a structured treatment program and maintain progress records.

The role requires a graduate PTA, NPTE eligibility or license, and ongoing engagement with current clinical literature to maintain professional standards.