Physical Therapist Assistant PTA- FULL TIME AND PRN

Carnegie Post Acute; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

PTO

Career Advancement

Training Programs and Support

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility in Princeton, NJ seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to join their rehabilitation team. In this full-time position, you will work under the guidance of a Physical Therapist, assisting residents with exercises, recording their progress, and maintaining confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have graduated from an accredited PTA program and hold a current state PTA license. The role includes excellent compensation and benefits like medical insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Current state PTA license required.
• Experience in long-term-care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the therapy team under the guidance of PT.
• Measure and record residents' motor function and strength.
• Assist residents in carrying out exercises.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Exercise techniques

Education

Graduate of an accredited PTA Program

Current State PTA License

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Full Time and PRN

Department: Rehabilitation/Therapy

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Carnegie Post Acute Skilled Nursing at Princeton

Reporting To: Stella Rozenfeld

Description

PTA- Physical Therapist Assistant

PTA Duties Include:

• PTA will work as part of the Therapy Team under the guidance of PT
• PTA will measure and record Residents motor function, strength and muscle performance.
• PTA will observe Residents and write progress reports.
• PTA will assist Residents in carrying out specific exercises.
• PTA will treat Residents with varieties of techniques, like stretching and massage.
• PTA will help Residents use necessary equipment and devices.
• PTA will educate Residents on how to exercise properly to strengthen muscle and improve mobility.
• PTA will maintain Residents' confidence by keeping information confidential.
• PTA will Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
• PTA contributes to the entire team effort and goals.

We Offer

• Excellent Compensation
• Great Benefits Package
• Training Programs and Support
• Career Advancement

PTA Requirements Include

• A graduate of an accredited PTA Program
• Current State PTA License
• Experience in long-term-care settings preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• PTO