Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) — Impactful Rehab

Sterling Therapy Providers; Franconia (NH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full Time / Part Time / Per Diem

Job summary

Sterling Therapy Providers seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to implement physical therapy programs and provide treatments to residents under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

This position is available as Full Time, Part Time or Per Diem, with a rate of $30 to $42 per hour and a benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401K, holiday pay, paid time off and overtime.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensed as required by the State.

Responsibilities

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises.
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the physical therapist.
• Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident.
• Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated.
• Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Accredited PTA program

State licensure

Job description

Sterling Therapy Providers seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to implement physical therapy programs and provide treatments to residents under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

This position is available as Full Time, Part Time or Per Diem, with a rate of $30 to $42 per hour and a benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401K, holiday pay, paid time off and overtime.