Lead Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care

Tender Touch Rehab Services; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant Lead to guide high-quality, person-centered rehab for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. This on-site leadership role blends hands-on treatment with mentoring and collaboration with PTs.

You will coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, support evidence-based programs that enhance function and independence, and ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance while promoting clinical excellence and a

Responsibilities

• Lead PTA team and provide hands-on rehab for seniors.
• Mentor PTAs and coordinate with PTs and interdisciplinary teams.
• Support evidence-based programs to enhance function and independence.
• Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Promote clinical excellence and a dignity-centered culture.

Job description

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant Lead to guide high-quality, person-centered rehab for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. In this on-site leadership role, you will provide hands-on treatment, mentor PTAs, coordinate with PTs and interdisciplinary teams, and support evidence-based programs that enhance function, independence, and quality of life. You’ll ensure accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence while fostering a supportive, growth-minded culture rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect for each patient.