Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Hartford (CT); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support senior patients in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will implement individualized plans to improve mobility and quality of life.

You will assist with therapeutic exercises, gait and balance activities, and provide education to patients and families while ensuring accurate documentation and collaborative care with a dedicated team.

Formación

• Assist with physical therapy plans under supervision.
• Support mobility and safety during sessions.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and home programs.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with prescribed therapeutic exercises.
• Conduct gait training and balance activities.
• Support functional mobility and transfers.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and progress notes.

Conocimientos

Therapeutic exercises

Gait training

Balance training

Strength programs

Functional mobility

Patient education

Family education

Documentation

Descripción del empleo

Tender Touch Rehab Services is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to provide high-quality rehabilitation services to seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Working under the direction of a Physical Therapist, you will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, function, and quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance and strength programs, functional mobility, patient and family education, and accurate documentation. Join a supportive, patient-centered team that values dignity, clinical excellence, collaboration, and ongoing professional growth.