Physical Therapist Assistant — Rehab & Independence

Polaris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Milford, Delaware, is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehabilitation team. This per diem role supports a full-time schedule with potential PRN shifts at our skilled nursing facility, aimed at helping residents regain independence.

The PTA will implement therapist plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with the rehab team while providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Experience providing physical therapy in a skilled nursing facility.
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Delaware.
• Current CPR certification; strong communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans established by the physical therapist to restore function.
• Provide dynamic and challenging treatments to facilitate progress.
• Monitor patients' performance and adjust treatment as needed.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary therapy team on rehabilitation plans.
• Educate patients, families and caregivers to promote independence.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal/written communication

Education

PTA program graduate

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Polaris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Milford, Delaware, is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehabilitation team. This per diem role supports a full-time schedule with potential PRN shifts at our skilled nursing facility, aimed at helping residents regain independence.

The PTA will implement therapist plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with the rehab team while providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a community-focused setting.