Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Merchantville (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services in New Jersey is seeking a compassionate Certified Physical Therapist Assistant to join our healthcare 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.

You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team in a patient-centered culture that values dignity and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Certified Physical Therapist Assistant credential required.
• Experience in geriatric therapy and skilled nursing settings preferred.
• Proficient in documenting care and progress in EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement PT treatment plans to improve mobility, balance, safety, and quality of life.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, and functional activities.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and educate patients and caregivers.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care.

Skills

Therapeutic exercise

Gait and balance training

Functional activities

Patient education

Education

Certified Physical Therapist Assistant

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.