Geriatric Rehab PTA: Elevate Mobility & Quality of Life

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support senior patients in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will implement individualized plans to improve mobility and quality of life.

You will assist with therapeutic exercises, gait and balance activities, and provide education to patients and families while ensuring accurate documentation and collaborative care with a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Assist with physical therapy plans under supervision.
• Support mobility and safety during sessions.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and home programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prescribed therapeutic exercises.
• Conduct gait training and balance activities.
• Support functional mobility and transfers.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and progress notes.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Gait training

Balance training

Strength programs

Functional mobility

Patient education

Family education

Documentation

Job description

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support senior patients in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will implement individualized plans to improve mobility and quality of life.

You will assist with therapeutic exercises, gait and balance activities, and provide education to patients and families while ensuring accurate documentation and collaborative care with a dedicated team.