Physical Therapist Assistant

August Healthcare; Ahoskie (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

PRN opportunities

Job summary

August Healthcare is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will provide skilled therapeutic services designed to help residents achieve their functional goals, improve mobility, and maintain independence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed PTA who values quality patient care, teamwork, accurate documentation, and meaningful resident outcomes while enjoying the flexibility of

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current state license, certification, or registration as a PTA, as applicable.
• Knowledge of Medicare, therapy documentation, and reimbursement requirements preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Dependable, compassionate, organized, and patient-focused.
• Commitment to providing safe, high-quality therapeutic care.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapeutic treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Carry out individualized treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and established care plans.
• Monitor resident response to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, and changes to the supervising therapist.
• Accurately and timely document treatments, resident progress, and daily charges.
• Maintain established productivity, documentation, and quality standards.
• Travel or float between facilities as assigned based on resident and operational needs.
• Maintain compliance with Medicare, reimbursement, documentation, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Promote resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Patient-focused care

Education

PTA program graduate

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Full-Time | Part-Time | PRN

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate, and patient-focused Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will provide skilled therapeutic services designed to help residents achieve their functional goals, improve mobility, and maintain independence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed PTA who values quality patient care, teamwork, accurate documentation, and meaningful resident outcomes while enjoying the flexibility of part-time or PRN scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapeutic treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Carry out individualized treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and established care plans.
• Monitor resident response to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, and changes to the supervising therapist.
• Accurately and timely document treatments, resident progress, and daily charges.
• Maintain established productivity, documentation, and quality standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care conferences, utilization reviews, and care planning activities as assigned.
• Educate residents, families, and nursing staff regarding restorative programs, home exercise programs, and therapeutic activities as directed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized therapy areas and equipment.
• Report equipment issues, safety concerns, or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Participate in facility performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Travel or float between facilities as assigned based on resident and operational needs.
• Maintain compliance with Medicare, reimbursement, documentation, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Promote resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current state license, certification, or registration as a PTA, as applicable.
• Knowledge of Medicare, therapy documentation, and reimbursement requirements preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Dependable, compassionate, organized, and patient-focused.
• Commitment to providing safe, high-quality therapeutic care.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist residents throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and support up to 50 pounds, as required.
• Ability to assist residents with transfers, mobility activities, and therapeutic exercises.
• Ability to manage the physical and emotional demands of patient care.
• Comfortable working in a clinical and skilled nursing environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals.

Why Join Our Team?

• Flexible Part-Time and PRN scheduling
• Meaningful work with a direct impact on residents' recovery and independence
• Collaborative rehabilitation and interdisciplinary care environment
• Opportunity to grow your experience within rehabilitation servicesPurpose-driven work focused on improving resident mobility and quality of life
• Supportive team committed to delivering high-quality patient care

Make a Difference Every Day

If you're a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant looking for a flexible Part-Time or PRN opportunity where your skills can make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, we'd love to hear from you.