Geriatric PT Assistant: Elevate Mobility & Dignity

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Harrington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support physical therapy services for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Under the direction of a licensed PT, you will implement individualized treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises, provide gait and balance training, and use modalities to improve function, mobility, and quality of life.

Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document progress, educate patients and families, and

Qualifications

• Provide PTA support under licensed PT supervision.
• Demonstrate compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Assist with gait and balance training and therapeutic exercises.

Responsibilities

• Lead therapeutic exercises and gait/balance training.
• Implement individualized treatment plans under PT supervision.
• Document patient progress and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families and collaborate with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Gait training

Tools

Modalities

Job description

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support physical therapy services for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Under the direction of a licensed PT, you will implement individualized treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises, provide gait and balance training, and use modalities to improve function, mobility, and quality of life.

Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document progress, educate patients and families, and