Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Paramount Care Centers; Union City (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full Time

Same Day Pay

Refer a Friend Bonus

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event

Job summary

Paramount Care Centers in Union City, NJ is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to help residents achieve the highest possible level of function under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. This position offers $40 per hour, with a per diem rate of $43 per hour.

Schedule options include full time, part time, and per diem flexible hours, plus benefits and recognition events. You will join a team-focused environment that prioritizes compassionate care, timely documentation,

Qualifications

• Duties include following physician orders and collaborating with the Physical Therapist.
• Provide treatment to help residents maintain or regain function.
• Maintain accurate resident reports and follow infection control procedures.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and the care team.

Responsibilities

• Follow physicians' orders for resident care and directions of the Physical Therapist
• Provide appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function
• Provide appropriate treatment, preventative measures and adaptive equipment
• Provide appropriate resident or caregiver education to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function
• Maintain timely and accurate resident reports as required by agencies
• Provide adaptive equipment and preventative measures to prevent decline in resident function
• Observe infection control procedures
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under supervision
• Collaborate with residents, family, facility staff, physicians and providers
• Follow Residents' Rights policies
• Remain positive and caring in the best interests of residents
• Perform duties in an effective, timely and professional manner
• Perform other related duties as directed

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Rate: $40 Per Hour

Per Diem Rate: $43 Per Hour

Schedule Options:

Full time, Part Time, and Per Diem Flexible Hours

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Available
• Full Time
• Same Day Pay!!
• Refer a Friend Bonus!
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event "Thankful Thursday"!

About us:

ManhattanView 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.

The purpose of this position is to treat and document care for residents with impaired ability to perform at an independent level due to disease process, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, participate in the interdisciplinary team meetings as required.

DUTIES:

• Follow physicians' orders for resident care and follow directions of the Physical Therapist
• Provide appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities
• Provide appropriate treatment, preventative measures and adaptive equipment to prevent decline in residents' functions
• Provide appropriate resident or caregiver education to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities
• Maintain timely and accurate resident reports as required by federal, state and local regulatory agencies and third-party payers
• Provide adaptive equipment and preventative measures to prevent decline in residents' functions
• Observe infection control procedures
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under his/her supervision
• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, residents' representatives, facility staff, physicians, consultants and ancillary service providers
• Follow all facility Residents' Rights policies
• Remain positive and caring and act in the best interests of our residents
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, timely and professional manner
• Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor