Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

UMC - Abundant Life for Seniors; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem scheduling

Flexible shifts

Great team environment

Job summary

Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for per diem shifts. You will implement treatment plans, guide exercises, and support residents on their rehab journey, with a guaranteed $40/hour rate.

Shifts are flexible; work weekdays and weekends as available, with no minimum hour commitment. Join a compassionate team dedicated to quality elder care in a continuing care retirement community.

Qualifications

• Active PTA license in New Jersey is required.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Minimum 2 years PTA experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans set by supervising PT for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or injury.
• Guide residents through therapeutic exercises to rebuild strength, balance, and mobility.
• Support residents with daily living activities as part of their rehab plan.
• Track and report progress to the supervising physical therapist.
• Encourage residents through sessions that are often physically and emotionally hard for them.
• Document each treatment accurately and on time, following state and facility requirements.

Skills

Licensed PTA NJ

PTA experience 2+ years

Education

Graduate of PTA program

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Earn a guaranteed $40 an hour as a per diem Physical Therapy Assistant at Bristol Glen, a United Methodist Communities skilled nursing and rehab center in Newton, NJ. Pick up weekday and weekend shifts on your own schedule.

What You'll Do

• Carry out treatment plans set by the supervising physical therapist for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Guide residents through therapeutic exercises to rebuild strength, balance, and mobility
• Support residents with daily living activities as part of their rehab plan
• Track and report each resident’s progress to the supervising physical therapist
• Encourage residents through sessions that are often physically and emotionally hard for them
• Document each treatment accurately and on time, following state and facility requirements

What You'll Need

Required:

• Active Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in New Jersey
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program
• 2+ years of experience as a PTA

Preferred:

• Experience in a skilled nursing, rehab, or continuing care community

Pay and Benefits

• $40.00 per hour, guaranteed rate
• This is a per diem position.
• Flexible scheduling: choose weekday and weekend shifts as they're available, with no minimum hour commitment
• Streamlined orientation and great team environment

Schedule

Per diem. Shifts are weekdays and weekends, based on availability and resident care needs.

About Bristol Glen

Bristol Glen is a continuing care retirement community in Newton, NJ, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing and rehab on one 74-acre campus. United Methodist Communities has been Certified as a Great Place to Work for nine years in a row, and 87% of team members say they feel they make a difference in their work.