Lead Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA): Assisted Living Facility

Link Rehab and Wellness; Spring Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 52,348 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Vacation and Paid Holidays

401K

Job summary

Link Rehab and Wellness is seeking a passionate Lead PTA to manage clinical operations at their assisted living facility in Spring Lake, NJ. This role involves supervising therapy staff, developing patient caseloads, and ensuring the highest standards of care and ethics are maintained.

The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program, possess a valid state license, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Full-time offers a flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401K.

Qualifications

• Valid professional state license and registration.
• In-depth knowledge of speech and language disorders, assessment, and treatment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop caseload for all disciplines (OT/PT/ST).
• Support therapy staff through scheduling and coverage.
• Create relationships with center management.
• Ensure integrity and ethics are upheld by therapy team.
• Complete evaluations and documentation in a timely manner.
• Administer treatments based on physician's direction.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program or university

Job description

Link Rehab and Wellness is looking to hire a passionate Lead PTA, interested in working at an assisted living facility. The Lead Therapist is responsible for day‑to‑day clinical operations of the therapy team onsite. This is a great opportunity for a therapist to grow in their career and broaden their managerial skill set!

Responsibilities

• Caseload development for all disciplines (OT/PT/ST)
• Supporting therapy staff (provide staff oversight, staff scheduling, patient scheduling, coverage)
• Creating and maintaining relationships with center management
• Ensuring highest level of integrity and ethics are upheld by therapy team
• Assist with retrieving scripts/doctor’s orders as requested by DOR
• Complete evaluations, daily notes, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with CMS guidelines and as allowed by license
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician and allowed by license
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide best patient‑centered treatment and care
• Adhere to scheduled hours
• Demonstrate professionalism at all times

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program or university
• License and Certification: Valid professional state license and registration
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with staff, patients, families, and other stakeholders.
• Leadership Abilities: The ability to inspire and lead a team, manage conflicts, and make strategic decisions.
• Clinical Expertise: In‑depth knowledge of speech and language disorders, assessment, and treatment techniques.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Full Time)
• Vacation, Six Paid Flexible Holidays and Sick Time (Full Time)
• CEUs through MedBridge (Full Time)
• 401K (Full Time)

$38 - $45 an hour