Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to implement individualized treatment plans and promote patient well-being.

You will conduct therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and transfer training, document progress, and educate patients and families about plans of care while collaborating with an

Qualifications

• Compassionate attitude, strong communication, teamwork, and a commitment to clinical excellence and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and transfer training.
• Utilize modalities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Document patient progress accurately.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Strong communication

Teamwork

Commitment to clinical excellence

Professional growth

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant supporting seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and transfer training.
• Utilize modalities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Document patient progress accurately.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

Qualifications & Skills

Compassionate attitude, strong communication, teamwork, and a commitment to clinical excellence and professional growth.