NJ-Licensed Acute Care PTA (Float) — Impact & Growth

VIRTUA; Barrington (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VIRTUA is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapy Assistant for a float position across divisions as needed. The role runs Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, providing rehabilitative treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist and collecting objective progress data.

Requires a PTA associate degree, NJ licensure, and CPR certification. The position supports clinical and operational improvements and patient education tailored to individual needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a Physical Therapy Assistant Associate degree from an APTA-accredited program.
• Current licensure in New Jersey.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members/supervisors to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.
• Provides physical therapy interventions consistent with the plan of care and continuously provides input and direct feedback to the physical therapist relative to the patient’s treatment and status.
• Maintains and completes patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.
• Effectively utilizes aides and other support staff as appropriate.
• Effectively communicates with patient and/or family/significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patient’s age, physical condition and cultural needs.

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant Associate degree from an APTA-accredited program

Job description

VIRTUA is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapy Assistant for a float position across divisions as needed. The role runs Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, providing rehabilitative treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist and collecting objective progress data.

Requires a PTA associate degree, NJ licensure, and CPR certification. The position supports clinical and operational improvements and patient education tailored to individual needs.