Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Edenbrook Appleton; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Edenbrook South is seeking a dedicated PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to develop and implement individualized therapy programs for residents, promoting independence and a healthy lifestyle under the supervision of a licensed PT. This role focuses on evidence-based rehabilitation within skilled nursing settings.

The PTA will document care, discharge planning, coordinate with the care team, and participate in care plan meetings, ensuring compassionate, patient-centered therapy and compliant

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania PTA license in good standing.
• Degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient-care skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing, home health, or rehab settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain rehabilitation standards under supervision of a PT.
• Provide quality therapy services and document care.
• Plan and coordinate discharge and treatment schedules.
• Communicate and collaborate with the care team.
• Assist with data collection on patient progress.
• Attend care plan meetings as requested.
• Supervise PTA students as appropriate.

Skills

Active PTA license

PTA degree

Communication skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

PTA program degree

Job description

Edenbrook South is seeking a dedicated and compassionate PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. The PRN Physical Therapist Assistant will develop and implement individualized therapy programs to enhance patient performance and independence. The ideal candidate will focus on promoting a healthy lifestyle and physical rehabilitation through evidence-based practices. This role involves working with patients of varying needs and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.

Position: PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain the standards for rehabilitation services in accordance with the Company Mission and Goals
• Be courteous to all patients and respectful of them, their environment, and their culture
• Provide quality therapy services at every patient contact, including treatment interventions, program implementation, discharge planning, and related documentation and communication under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
• Prioritize and maintain a work schedule that is appropriate for the facility and in accordance with your employment
• Assist Therapy management staff in maintaining a positive, productive, and beneficial working relationship with all Facility staff
• Adhere to the policies and procedures necessary for day-to-day operations of the rehab department
• Screen patients to determine the need for evaluation under the supervision of the PT
• Treat patients to relieve pain and develop or restore function to achieve maximum performance under the supervision of a physical therapist
• Monitor patient response to intervention, communicate any changes, and follow through with all updates to the treatment modalities, goals, and frequency as needed under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
• Fulfills documentation requirements in a complete, appropriate, and timely manner
• Communicate and collaborate with other team members regarding the care of clients receiving therapy services
• Assist with data collection on patients' progress under the supervising PT
• Plan for patient's discharge when maximum benefits have been met in coordination with the supervising PT
• Provide complete and correct billing summaries as required
• Attend in-service education when provided to rehab staff
• Maintain a neat and well-organized therapy department
• Perform administrative duties to assist in the provision of therapy services
• Identify all new rehab admissions and notify the physical therapist when appropriate
• Communicate upcoming patient discharges with Facility staff as required
• Attend appropriate care plan meetings when requested
• Provide in-service education to staff when requested
• Supervise the physical therapist assistant student as appropriate
• Provide other job-related tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in good standing.
• A degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient-care skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing, home health, or rehabilitation settings preferred.