Full-Time PTA: Rehab Impact & Growth in Nursing Care

Living Legends; Town of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Weekly or Same-Day Pay

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Retirement Savings

Job summary

Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk, NY is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support residents under supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role focuses on mobility, strength, balance and functional independence, with a full-time schedule Mon-Fri days and a rate of $23.50–$26.87/hour.

Qualified applicants have an Associate Degree from an APTA-approved PTA program and NYS PTA license.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program approved by the APTA.
• New York State PTA license required.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy treatments under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist with implementing individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and independence.
• Monitor resident progress and communicate updates to supervising therapist.
• Complete documentation and care plan updates accurately and timely.
• Educate residents and staff on therapy techniques and exercises.
• Assist with discharge planning and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with the care team to support resident outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Education

Associate Degree in PTA

Job description

Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk, NY is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support residents under supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role focuses on mobility, strength, balance and functional independence, with a full-time schedule Mon-Fri days and a rate of $23.50–$26.87/hour.

Qualified applicants have an Associate Degree from an APTA-approved PTA program and NYS PTA license.