Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Ultimate Therapy Services; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holiday pay

Continuing education opportunities

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Ultimate Therapy Services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a full-time role at Autumn Lake at New Britain in New Britain, CT. The PTA will support residents’ mobility, independence, and recovery by delivering treatments under a licensed PT, and collaborating closely with the care team.

Responsibilities include exercises, gait training, transfers, documentation, and ensuring safe, effective rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut PTA license required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative care team
• Skilled nursing or post-acute experience preferred, but not required
• New graduate PTAs are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Assist residents with therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, transfers, and functional mobility
• Follow established treatment plans and support individualized rehabilitation goals
• Observe resident response to therapy and communicate progress to the supervising PT
• Reinforce safe mobility techniques and exercise programs with residents and caregivers
• Complete required clinical documentation accurately and on time
• Work collaboratively with therapy, nursing, and other members of the care team

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

New graduate friendly

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time
Autumn Lake at New Britain | New Britain, CT
$33–$36/hour | Full-Time | Benefits

Ultimate Therapy is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to become part of the therapy team at Autumn Lake at New Britain. Work alongside experienced rehabilitation professionals while helping residents improve mobility, confidence, and independence throughout their recovery.

What You'll Do

• Deliver physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Assist residents with therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, transfers, and functional mobility
• Follow established treatment plans and support individualized rehabilitation goals
• Observe resident response to therapy and communicate progress to the supervising PT
• Reinforce safe mobility techniques and exercise programs with residents and caregivers
• Complete required clinical documentation accurately and on time
• Work collaboratively with therapy, nursing, and other members of the care team

What We Offer

• $33–$36/hour
• Full-time position
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive interdisciplinary therapy team
• Diverse rehabilitation caseload
• Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut PTA license required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative care team
• Skilled nursing or post-acute experience preferred, but not required
• New graduate PTAs are encouraged to apply