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

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

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to provide high-quality rehab for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Working under the direction of a Physical Therapist, you will implement individualized treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises and functional mobility training, and document patient progress.

You’ll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to promote safety, independence, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Ability to implement individualized rehab plans under a PT.
• Capable of leading therapeutic exercises and mobility training.
• Strong documentation of patient progress.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary care team to promote safety and QoL.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under supervision by a Physical Therapist.
• Lead therapeutic exercises and mobility training for seniors.
• Document patient progress accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to optimize care.
• Support safety, independence and quality of life for residents.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Functional mobility training

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Compassionate patient care

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to provide high‑quality rehab for seniors in skilled nursing and long‑term care settings. Working under the direction of a Physical Therapist, you will implement individualized treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises and functional mobility training, and document patient progress. You’ll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to promote safety, independence, and quality of life. Our supportive, patient‑centered culture emphasizes dignity, clinical excellence, mentorship, and professional growth across diverse post‑acute care environments.