Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Overtime Opportunities

Same Day Pay

Gift Giveaways

Attendance Incentive Program

Weekly Appreciation Events

Job summary

Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare in East Orange, NJ, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement physical therapy programs under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. The role focuses on increasing residents’ independence and functioning through supervised treatments and coordinated care.

You will collaborate with a rehab team, ensure timely documentation, and contribute to a compassionate care environment that values residents’ needs and rights.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensed to practice in the state.
• Familiarity with documentation and rehab protocols.

Responsibilities

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan under the supervision of the primary Physical Therapist.
• Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises.
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the physical therapist.
• Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Works with rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities aligned with residents’ needs.
• Maintains timely resident documentation for all residents treated.
• Attends care and staffing meetings representing physical therapy.
• Maintains equipment and reports repair needs.
• Delivers high-quality, compassionate care recognizing residents’ needs and rights.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

PTA graduate program

State licensure

Job description

• Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciation Events

Rate: $38 Per Hour

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Overtime Opportunities
• Same Day Pay!!
• Monthly Employee Gift Giveaways
• Attendance Incentive Program
• Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciation Events

About us

Brookhaven Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant implements physical therapy programs and provides physical therapy treatments to residents to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist at Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist;
• Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises;
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures;
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the physical therapist;
• Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist;
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;
• Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated;
• Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist;
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

Specific Educational/Vocational Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensed as required by the State.

Job Skills

• Good organizational skills and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES

• Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
• Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.