Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Piney Forest Health & Rehabilitation Center; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Piney Forest Health & Rehabilitation Center in Danville, Virginia is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to implement treatment plans defined by the supervising Physical Therapist.

The PTA collaborates with facility staff to enhance residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing while adhering to all regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a two-year associate degree as PTA.
• Passed NPTE and possess VA license to practice.
• Licensed in Virginia or actively pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment programs established by the Physical Therapist.
• Collaborate with facility staff to promote residents’ wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal and JCAHO regulations.
• Support the rehabilitation goals for residents and document progress.

Skills

Two-year PTA degree

VA PTA license

NPTE passed

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Piney Forest Health & Rehabilitation Center -

MUST HOLD SPECIFIC TWO YEAR ASSOCIATES DEGREE AS A PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT, PASSED THE NPTE EXAM AND POSSESS THE VA STATE LICENSE TO PRACTICE AS ONE.

Piney Forest Health & Rehabilitation Center, a 120 healthcare center in Danville, Virginia, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) who is licensed in Virginia or is a graduate of an approved PTA program and is actively working toward licensure.

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is responsible for implementing treatment programs established by the Physical Therapist in accordance with all state, federal and JCAHO regulations. They collaborate with facility staff to promote the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing for the residents.

Must be currently licensed in Virginia or is a graduate of an approved PTA program and is actively working toward licensure.

We offer a competitive rate of pay and a comprehensive benefits package for full time associates which include affordable health and dental insurance within 60-90 days of hire, paid time off, extra pay for holidays, and a 401k with company match.