Geriatric PTA: Restore Mobility in Skilled Nursing

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Graball (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our skilled nursing team. The position is full-time with a sign-on bonus offered.

The PTA will assist the PT with therapies to improve mobility, relieve pain, and promote overall wellness for residents, requiring licensure in the state and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active PTA license in the state of practice.
• Ability to evaluate and treat independently without direct supervision.
• Geriatric population experience preferred.
• Skilled Nursing Facility experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PT with therapies designed to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Provide functional therapeutic activities to help residents improve their experience.
• Promote overall wellness and safety in a skilled nursing facility.

Skills

Geriatric care

Independent assessment

Therapy planning

Patient motivation

Education

PTA license (state-licensed)

Job description

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our skilled nursing team. The position is full-time with a sign-on bonus offered.

The PTA will assist the PT with therapies to improve mobility, relieve pain, and promote overall wellness for residents, requiring licensure in the state and the ability to work independently.