Licensed PTA - $5K Sign-On + Flexible FT/PRN

Panacea Health; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Daily pay option

Referral program

Competitive pay

One location; no daily travel

Job summary

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a full-time or casual/per diem position in Harrisburg. The role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance, with a comprehensive benefits package and a strong support system.

Responsibilities include planning and directing therapy services, maintaining standards, discharge planning, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university for Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• Must have experience in an assistant capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility.
• Must possess the ability to interpret the policies and procedures of physical therapy.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of therapy areas.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing therapy services.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our physical therapy services as directed by the Facility’s Physical Therapists.
• Assist in developing and maintaining physical therapy standards.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which therapy will be accomplished.
• Review physical therapy policies, procedures, manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes.
• Assist in interpreting physical therapy policies and procedures to personnel, residents, family members, etc., as necessary.
• Participate and assist in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc., as necessary
• Maintain a current file of residents who have been treated.
• Maintain treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required.
• Ensure resident records are not lost or mishandled.
• Ensure the Business Office receives charges for physical therapy rendered to residents.
• Maintain and adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Interview residents, or family members, as necessary.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting to the Physical Therapist, as required.

Skills

Interpreting policies

Discharge planning

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistance

Tools

Optima Therapy

Job description

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a full-time or casual/per diem position in Harrisburg. The role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance, with a comprehensive benefits package and a strong support system.

Responsibilities include planning and directing therapy services, maintaining standards, discharge planning, and accurate documentation.