Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Tariffville (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services in Connecticut 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.

You will conduct therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, functional activities, and accurate EMR documentation,

Qualifications

• Certified Physical Therapist Assistant credential.
• Experience providing therapy to seniors in skilled nursing or long-term care settings.
• Ability to perform therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, and functional activities.

Responsibilities

• Implement PT treatment plans to improve mobility, function, safety, and quality of life.
• Perform therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, and functional activities.
• Document accurately in EMR and educate patients and caregivers.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a patient-centered culture.

Skills

Therapeutic exercise

Gait training

Balance training

EMR documentation

Patient education

Education

Certified Physical Therapist Assistant (CPTA)

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.