Physical Therapy Assistant

AFRICAN CAREGIVERS LLC; South River (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Zusammenfassung

AFRICAN CAREGIVERS LLC is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant in South River, New Jersey. In this role, you will closely assist patients in exercising, correcting their form, and motivating them towards recovery. Responsibilities include maintaining patient records and equipment, as well as mentoring patients during their rehabilitation process. Ideal candidates should have state licensing for physical therapy assistance and exhibit strong communication skills. Join us to help foster recovery in a nurturing environment.

Qualifikationen

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment.

Aufgaben

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks.
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress.
• Assist patients using support devices.
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes.
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment.

Kenntnisse

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment

Ability to work well in a high-stress environment

Ausbildung

Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment