Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services in Irvington, NJ seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitative care for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings under the direction of a Physical Therapist.

You will implement individualized treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises and functional training, document progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure a dignified, patient-centered experience while advancing

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative care for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Implement individualized treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises and functional training, and document patient progress.
• Educate patients and families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure a dignified, patient-centered experience.

Job description

Tender Touch Rehab Services is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to provide high-quality rehabilitative care for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Working under the direction of a Physical Therapist, you will carry out individualized treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises and functional training, and document patient progress in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards. You’ll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and support a dignified, patient-centered experience while growing your skills in a supportive, evidence-based environment.