Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

Cadia-Healthcare; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical,Dental,Vision benefits

401k with company match

Life insurance

FSA & HRA

Paid time off

Job summary

Cadia Healthcare is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our Dover, DE team. The PTA will evaluate patients, develop care plans, and promote functional mobility to enhance quality of life. Responsibilities include thorough documentation and standardized testing with regular treatment adjustments.

The role emphasizes evidence-based techniques to improve strength, range of motion, balance, and gait, supporting patients’ recovery and independence within a skilled nursing setting.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in this state.
• Must have current and up to date CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer screenings & comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
• Complete all essential documentation & forms accurately & efficiently, as required by law & facility regulations.
• Assist in administering standardized tests/measures for each evaluation and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Test and measure patient pain, strength, range of motion, and functional capacity; record findings for treatment planning.
• Use evidence-based treatment techniques and activities to improve mobility, balance, transfers and gait.

Skills

Screenings

Evaluations

Documentation

CPR certification

Education

Active PTA license (state)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Dover, DE 19904

Cadia Healthcare is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team!

Cadia rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.

BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
• 401k Retirement With Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Referral Bonuses and More!

Employee Perks Program

• Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
• Free and Discounted Employee Meals
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In Facility Training/Inservice Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
• Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
• Verizon Wireless Discount
• Costco Membership Discount (DE only)
• Annual $35 Non-Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only)
• Purchasing Power (retail purchasing program)

Position Description

The Physical Therapy Assistant will administer screenings and comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients, develop appropriate and skilled plans of care for restoration, adaptation, compensation or maintenance of impairments and disabilities, and promote the highest level of functional mobility, abilities & quality of life. Cadia is dedicated to providing the best care possible and that’s where you come in!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer screenings & comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
• Complete all essential documentation & forms accurately & efficiently, as required by law & facility regulations, related to the screening & evaluation of a patient, including, but not limited to, physician orders, evaluation, care plan, etc.
• Assist in administering standardized tests/measures (BORG, Timed Get up & Go, 6 Minute Walk Test, Functional Reach Test, etc.) for each evaluation, and periodically (at least monthly & upon planned discharge) for regulatory and documentation compliance. Adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Test and measure patient’s pain, strength, range of motion, motor abilities, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory/circulatory efficiency & record findings to develop or revise treatment programs.
• Use evidence-based treatment techniques, exercises, and activities to strengthen muscles, reduce pain, improve range of motion, balance and coordination, transfers, gross motor skills & gait.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in this state.
• Must have current and up to date CPR certification.