Geriatric Physical Therapy Assistant

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to support evidence-based geriatric rehabilitation services. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will help improve mobility, balance, strength and functional independence for older adults.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document patient progress accurately, and educate patients and caregivers to promote understanding and adherence.

Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with geriatric rehabilitation principles.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow treatment protocols and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Focus on improving mobility, balance, strength, and functional independence.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Document patient progress accurately.
• Educate patients and caregivers to promote understanding and compliance.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Communication

Teamwork

Geriatric rehabilitation

Documentation

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to support evidence-based geriatric rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Implementing treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
• Focusing on improving mobility, balance, strength, and functional independence
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
• Documenting patient progress accurately
• Educating patients and caregivers to promote understanding and compliance

Qualifications And Skills

• Strong commitment to patient-centered care
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Knowledge of geriatric rehabilitation principles
• Ability to follow treatment protocols and documentation standards

This role offers a culture of respect, professional growth, and clinical excellence, with ongoing training and advancement opportunities in a dynamic environment.