Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant – Hands-On Care (NJ)

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. seeks a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant in New Jersey to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The ideal candidate will have a 2-year Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program, have passed the NPTE exam, and hold an active NJ PTA license to practice in New Jersey. Responsibilities include administering treatment programs, documenting patient treatments and progress, and instructing patients on home exercises.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid PTA license in state of practice.
• Current CPR and first aid certification.
• 3+ years' clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment programs as established by Physical Therapists
• Provide high-quality treatment for patients that allows for excellent outcomes
• Assess patient condition using knowledge of basic biological and medical science
• Propose treatment goals and objectives
• Implement patient treatment plans with guidance from the Physical Therapist
• Perform certain aspects of patient evaluation and interventions
• Instruct patients on physical therapy interventions, modalities and home exercise programs

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

PTA license

CPR/First Aid Certification

3+ years clinical experience

Job description

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. seeks a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant in New Jersey to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The ideal candidate will have a 2-year Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program, have passed the NPTE exam, and hold an active NJ PTA license to practice in New Jersey. Responsibilities include administering treatment programs, documenting patient treatments and progress, and instructing patients on home exercises.