Physical Therapy Assistant

Garden Healthcare; Town of Oyster Bay (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Garden Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing facility. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide therapeutic services aimed at improving mobility, restoring function, and maximizing independence for residents.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in PTA, active licensure or eligibility, CPR certification, and a commitment to high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in PTA from an accredited program.
• Current state PTA licensure or eligibility.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or geriatric rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility training.
• Assist residents in improving strength, endurance, and safety with daily activities.
• Monitor resident responses to treatment and report progress or concerns to the Physical Therapist.
• Accurately document treatments and resident progress in accordance with facility and regulatory standards.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on exercise programs and safety techniques.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident-centered care.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize tasks effectively.

Skills

Patient care

Gait training

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in PTA

PTA licensure

CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team within a skilled nursing facility. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide therapeutic services that help residents improve mobility, restore function, and maximize independence. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical skills and a commitment to high-quality resident care.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility training
• Assist residents in improving strength, endurance, and safety with daily activities
• Monitor resident responses to treatment and report progress or concerns to the Physical Therapist
• Accurately document treatments and resident progress in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on exercise programs and safety techniques
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident-centered care
• Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize tasks effectively

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a PTA
• CPR certification required
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or geriatric rehabilitation preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications