Physical Therapy Assistant - Hands-on Rehab & Mobility

Cedar Healthcare Center; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Healthcare Center in Portsmouth, NH seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed Physical Therapists in providing patient-centered care. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and adjust therapies as patient status changes.

The position requires an Associates degree in physical therapy and a current state PT license, with strong communication and organizational skills and a focus on improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in physical therapy is required.
• Must hold a current state PT license.
• Proficiency with applicable state, federal, and professional standards.
• Experience in SNF setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and assists patients during exercises and activities.
• Discusses and coordinates treatment plans with PT staff and caregivers.
• Transports patients and secures them for therapy sessions.
• Administers manual therapy, aquatic therapy, and modalities.
• Measures range of motion and vital signs to track progress.
• Maintains equipment use records and documents treatments.
• Fits patients with braces or assistive devices when needed.

Skills

SNF care

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Travel ability

Education

Associates degree in physical therapy

Current state PT license

Proficiency with standards

Job description

Cedar Healthcare Center in Portsmouth, NH seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed Physical Therapists in providing patient-centered care. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and adjust therapies as patient status changes.

The position requires an Associates degree in physical therapy and a current state PT license, with strong communication and organizational skills and a focus on improving patient outcomes.