Full-Time PTA: Geriatric Rehab + $5K Sign-On

Advantage-ad860b95; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Full-Time Benefits

Consistent Schedule

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

HSA and FSA Options

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

License Reimbursement

Job summary

AdvantageCare Rehabilitation at Kane McKeesport, PA is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team at Kane Community Living Centers – McKeesport. This role offers a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus and comprehensive benefits with consistent scheduling for a dedicated PTA.

As part of our therapy team, you will work under a licensed PT to help adult and geriatric patients regain strength, mobility and independence, with opportunities for growth and ongoing

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current or eligible Pennsylvania Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary care team.
• Skilled nursing, geriatric or rehabilitation experience is a plus, but not required.
• New graduate PTAs are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Carry out individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
• Help patients improve strength, balance, transfers, gait and functional mobility.
• Provide therapeutic exercise and functional activities.
• Assist patients with safe use of walkers and other assistive devices.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients, families and caregivers on mobility and safety strategies.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Document treatments and patient progress accurately and timely.
• Encourage patients through rehabilitation progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Graduate of an accredited PTA program

Job description

AdvantageCare Rehabilitation at Kane McKeesport, PA is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team at Kane Community Living Centers – McKeesport. This role offers a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus and comprehensive benefits with consistent scheduling for a dedicated PTA.

As part of our therapy team, you will work under a licensed PT to help adult and geriatric patients regain strength, mobility and independence, with opportunities for growth and ongoing