Licensed PTA – Full-Time Rehab & Mobility Specialist

Camellia Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual 1–3% raise

Free CEUs

License reimbursement

Job summary

Camellia Gardens Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team in a full-time capacity. You will provide direct therapy under a licensed Physical Therapist, helping residents improve mobility, balance, and independence in a skilled nursing setting.

The ideal candidate will hold an accredited PTA program degree and an active state PTA license, with strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current, valid state PTA license.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Previous experience in skilled nursing or long-term care is preferred but not required.
• Ability to assist residents with mobility and transfers and lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out prescribed therapy programs and treatment interventions established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Guide residents through exercises and activities designed to improve flexibility, strength, balance, and mobility.
• Assist residents with functional activities, transfers, and walking techniques.
• Observe and communicate residents' responses to therapy and report changes to the supervising therapist.
• Complete treatment records and document resident participation, progress, and services provided.
• Reinforce safe movement techniques and therapeutic exercises with residents and caregivers.
• Coordinate with nursing personnel and other healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.
• Participate in resident progress reviews and assist with discharge preparation.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional treatment environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork with residents and team

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Camellia Gardens Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team in a full-time capacity. You will provide direct therapy under a licensed Physical Therapist, helping residents improve mobility, balance, and independence in a skilled nursing setting.

The ideal candidate will hold an accredited PTA program degree and an active state PTA license, with strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with