Physical Therapy Assistant

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with a generous match

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Reimbursement of annual membership for

Amazon Prime/Walmart Plus and Sam's/Co

Job summary

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant in Dover, DE. You will provide direct rehab care under a Physical Therapist after initial evaluation and care plan creation, ensuring compliance with clinical standards.

The position is full-time and on-site, with opportunities to contribute to patient progress and participate in team planning. The role requires an active PTA license, CPR/BLS certification, and a minimum age of 18.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active PTA license/certification.
• CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment per plan of care under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Collaborate with patients, family, and care team to plan for short- and long-term goals.
• Administer procedures such as manual techniques, ambulation, and therapeutic exercises under supervision.
• Assess progress and communicate adjustments to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Report treatment outcomes and discuss progress with the team.

Skills

CPR/BLS Certification

Patient communication

Education

PTA license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: DOVER, DE 19904

Salary Range: $28.00 - $34.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Full-Time

Physical Therapy Assistant

Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care to patients upon completion of the evaluation and plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practices requirements.

What we offer:

• Benefit eligibility within 30 days of employment


• Tuition reimbursement


• 401k with a generous match


• PTO


• Reimbursement of annual membership fees for Amazon Prime/Walmart Plus and Sam's Club/Costco

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.


• Work closely with patients, family members and other care team members to adequately plan for patient needs, including short and long term goals.


• Administer various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan to include: manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, use of supportive and assistive devices, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.


• Assess patient's progress and communicate with supervising Physical Therapist to adjust treatments accordingly.


• Report effectiveness of treatment outcomes to supervisor.


• Effectively communicate with supervisor and other team members regarding progress, barriers and treatment plans.

Current PTA License/Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Must be at least 18 years old