Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Kadima at Palmyra; Palmyra (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kadima Health and Nursing at Palmyra is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. The role involves administering physical agents, assisting residents with mobility devices, and documenting care under the supervision of a PT.

Applicants must hold an active PTA license and current BLS/CPR certification. Experience in skilled nursing is preferred, with a focus on safe patient handling and comprehensive care planning.

Qualifications

• Active state license or certification as a PTA.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.
• Experience in a skilled nursing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical agents such as heat, cold, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound; assist residents with devices.
• Observe residents before, during, and after therapy; report status changes or adverse reactions to the supervising PT.
• Complete timely clinical documentation, including progress notes and billing records, in compliance with federal and state regulations (CMS).
• Instruct residents, families, and facility staff on prescribed exercises, safety techniques, and discharge plans.
• Maintain established productivity and efficiency standards set by the administration.

Skills

Therapy assistance

Patient care

Documentation

Safety techniques

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job description

Kadima Health and Nursing at Palmyra is looking to hire a PTA to join our team!

Our mission at Kadima Health and Nursing at Palmyra is to offer quality care to our residents, and to provide for them a loving and compassionate environment, attending carefully to their physical, spiritual, and emotional needs.

Treatment Implementation:

• Administer physical agents such as heat, cold, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound. Assist and train residents in using devices like walkers, canes, and prosthetics.

• Observe residents before, during, and after therapy; report status changes or adverse reactions to the supervising PT.

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes and billing records, in compliance with federal and state regulations (e.g., CMS standards).

• Instruct residents, families, and facility staff on prescribed exercises, safety techniques, and discharge plans.

• Maintain established productivity levels and efficiency standards set by the administration.

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Active state license or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification is often required.

• Experience: Previous experience in a skilled nursing is typically preferred.

Physical Requirements
The role is physically demanding, requiring the ability to stand for long periods, kneel, stoop, and lift or move patients and heavy equipment

We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, mental or physical, disabilities, veterans, or any other protected status. We also comply with all laws governing employment practices and do not discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria.