Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant with Great Benefits

Alameda Center; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full Time

Same Day Pay!!

Refer a friend Bonus!!

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “T

Monthly Gift Giveaways!!

Exciting Attendance Program!!

Job summary

Alameda Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support residents under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will provide treatment to help residents achieve the highest level of function and follow physician orders while maintaining timely resident records.

The role requires collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, infection control, safety focus, and delivering education to residents and caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Follow physicians' orders for resident care and follow directions of the Physical Therapist
• Provide appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities
• Provide appropriate treatment, preventative measures and adaptive equipment to prevent decline in residents' functions
• Provide appropriate resident or caregiver education to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities
• Maintain timely and accurate resident reports as required by federal, state and local regulatory agencies and third-party payers
• Provide adaptive equipment and preventative measures to prevent decline in residents' functions
• Observe infection control procedures
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under his/her supervision
• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, residents' representatives, facility staff, physicians, consultants and ancillary service providers
• Follow all facility Residents' Rights policies
• Remain positive and caring and act in the best interests of our residents
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, timely and professional manner
• Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor

Job description

Alameda Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support residents under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will provide treatment to help residents achieve the highest level of function and follow physician orders while maintaining timely resident records.

The role requires collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, infection control, safety focus, and delivering education to residents and caregivers.