Geriatric PTA: Independent Therapy and Sign-On Bonus

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Shackle Island (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for full-time placement in a skilled nursing facility. The PTA will assist the physical therapist with therapies to improve mobility and overall wellness for geriatric residents.

Candidate must hold an active PTA license in the state of practice and be capable of independent evaluation and treatment, with SNF experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in state of practice.
• Ability to evaluate and treat independently without direct supervision.
• Experience with geriatric population preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PT with therapies designed to improve mobility, relieve pain, prevent or limit permanent physical disability and promote overall fitness and wellness in a skilled nursing facility.

Job description

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for full-time placement in a skilled nursing facility. The PTA will assist the physical therapist with therapies to improve mobility and overall wellness for geriatric residents.

Candidate must hold an active PTA license in the state of practice and be capable of independent evaluation and treatment, with SNF experience preferred but not required.