Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision Insurance

Life insurance

401k

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, seeks a compassionate Certified Physical Therapy Assistant to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. You will implement PT treatment plans for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings, focusing on mobility, safety, and quality of life.

You will perform therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, functional activities, and accurate EMR documentation, while educating patients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Certified Physical Therapist Assistant credential required.
• Experience in geriatrics or long-term care preferred.
• Ability to document accurately in EMR.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapeutic exercise and gait/balance training.
• Advance mobility, function, and safety for seniors.
• Conduct functional activities and educate patients/caregivers.
• Document treatment plans and progress in EMR.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to deliver care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Mobility-focused therapy

Education

Certified Physical Therapist Assistant (CPTA)

Tools

EMR documentation system

Job description

Tender Touch Rehab Services is seeking a compassionate Certified Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team, providing individualized therapy to seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. In this on-site role, you will implement PT treatment plans focused on improving mobility, function, safety, and quality of life. Responsibilities include therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, functional activities, accurate EMR documentation, and education for patients and caregivers. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team in a supportive, patient-centered culture that values dignity, respect, and clinical excellence. Tender Touch offers opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and advancement, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k. Join us to make a meaningful impact on seniors’ lives through evidence-based, compassionate care.