Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant

CARIN Alliance; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CARIN Alliance in the United States seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support a Physical Therapist in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings.

You will guide therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, educate patients and families, document progress, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance function, mobility, independence, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, mentorship, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Provide rehabilitative care to improve function, mobility, independence, and quality of life for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and interventions.
• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Commitment to growth

Job description

Role: Physical Therapist Assistant

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Provide rehabilitative care focused on improving function, mobility, independence, and quality of life for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and interventions.
• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, mentorship, and professional growth.