Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant — On-Site Rehab

Virtua Health; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in Moorestown, NJ is seeking a part-time Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitative services. The role performs patient treatments under a licensed PT, maintains records, and collaborates with the rehab team to ensure quality care.

Minimum requirements include an Accredited PTA associate degree, NJ licensure, and CPR certification. On-site, first shift; benefits available for eligible staff, with a supportive work environment and opportunities to improve patient

Qualifications

• Minimum of Physical Therapy Assistant Associate degree from a program accredited by the APTA.
• Current licensure in the State of New Jersey.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Consult with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members 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

Job description

Virtua Health in Moorestown, NJ is seeking a part-time Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitative services. The role performs patient treatments under a licensed PT, maintains records, and collaborates with the rehab team to ensure quality care.

Minimum requirements include an Accredited PTA associate degree, NJ licensure, and CPR certification. On-site, first shift; benefits available for eligible staff, with a supportive work environment and opportunities to improve patient