Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Eagle Rock Post Acute; Cedar Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Compensation

Great Benefits Package

Training Programs and Support

Career Advancement

Job summary

Eagle Rock Post Acute Care in Cedar Grove, NJ is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). You will join the Rehabilitation/Therapy team to support the planned program under the guidance of a PT and help residents improve mobility and independence.

Responsibilities include measuring motor function, documenting progress, guiding residents through exercises, and using techniques like stretching and massage while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Current State PTA license.
• Experience in long-term-care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record residents' motor function, strength, and muscle performance.
• Observe residents and write progress reports.
• Assist residents in carrying out specific exercises.
• Treat residents with stretching and massage techniques.
• Help residents use equipment and devices.
• Educate residents on proper exercise to improve mobility.
• Maintain residents' confidentiality and comply with laws.
• Contribute to the therapy team's goals.

Skills

Motor function assessment

Patient progress documentation

Resident education

Confidentiality management

Team collaboration

Exercise facilitation

Education

Graduated from an accredited PTA program

State PTA license

Tools

Therapy equipment

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Department: Rehabilitation/Therapy

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: Eagle Rock Post Acute Care at Cedar Grove

Compensation: $36.00 - $38.00 / hour

Description

Now Hiring! PTA- Physical Therapist Assistant
PTA Duties Include:

• PTA will work as part of the Therapy Team under the guidance of PT
• PTA will measure and record Residents motor function, strength and muscle performance.
• PTA will observe Residents and write progress reports.
• PTA will assist Residents in carrying out specific exercises.
• PTA will treat Residents with varieties of techniques, like stretching and massage.
• PTA will help Residents use necessary equipment and devices.
• PTA will educate Residents on how to exercise properly to strengthen muscle and improve mobility.
• PTA will maintain Residents' confidence by keeping information confidential.
• PTA will Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
• PTA contributes to the entire team effort and goals.

We offer

• Excellent Compensation
• Great Benefits Package
• Training Programs and Support
• Career Advancement

PTA Requirements Include

• A graduate of an accredited PTA Program
• Current State PTA License
• Experience in long-term-care settings preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• PTO