Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Fort Lee (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeInsurance

401(k) plan

Mentorship & professional growth

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services in Fort Lee, NJ seeks an on-site Certified Physical Therapist Assistant to provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. You will implement PT treatment plans, oversee mobility and safety, and document progress in the EMR.

You’ll work with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and caregivers, and participate in mentorship and professional growth opportunities within a patient-centered culture that values

Qualifications

• Certified Physical Therapist Assistant with credentials.
• Experience in geriatric/long-term care settings is a plus.
• Strong collaboration with interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Therapeutic exercise.
• Gait and balance training.
• Functional activities.
• Accurate EMR documentation.
• Education for patients and caregivers.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mobility & functional training

Education

PTA certification

Tools

EMR software

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.