Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Eastern Healthcare Group; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Healthcare Group is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their skilled nursing and rehabilitation teams. This role focuses on implementing individualized treatment plans and assisting in patient therapy under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. Enjoy a positive work environment, excellent training, and competitive pay while making a meaningful difference in patient care.

Benefits

Employee Engagement Activities

Positive work environment

Excellent Training

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA Program certified by APTA.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure in the state of practice.
• Good organizational and time management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Acts as an assistant when performing tests, evaluations, and procedures.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in treatment techniques.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Licensure as required by the state

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us!

We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities

• Positive work environment

• Excellent Training

• Competitive Pay and Benefits

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Primary Job Responsibilities of the Physical Therapist Assistant:

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist

• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient

• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations and complex procedures

• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist

Qualifications of the Physical Therapist Assistant:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice

• Requires good organizational and time management skills

• Requires good verbal and written communication skills