Physical Therapy Assistant: Impactful Care, FT & PRN

Garden Springs Healthcare; Painesville, Mentor (OH, OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Garden Springs Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support resident care programs and therapy services. You will assist in planning, implementing, and directing physical therapy under supervision, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering high-quality care.

The role requires an associate degree in Physical Therapy, certification as a Registered Physical Therapy Assistant, and current licensure. Strong communication and independence or teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold an associate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Must provide documentation of successful completion of National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Must possess current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• A physical examination and/or evidence of freedom from communicable disease to be available upon employment.
• Must be in good physical and mental health.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a group.
• Effectively communicate with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Physical Therapy Services.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate activities with administrators and therapy staff to maintain high-quality resident care.
• Communicate with nursing and other department personnel and participate in continuing education programs.

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapy Assistant

Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical exam / evidence of freedom from communicable disease

Ability to work independently or in a group

Effective communication with others

Job description

Garden Springs Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support resident care programs and therapy services. You will assist in planning, implementing, and directing physical therapy under supervision, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering high-quality care.

The role requires an associate degree in Physical Therapy, certification as a Registered Physical Therapy Assistant, and current licensure. Strong communication and independence or teamwork are essential.