Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Alameda Center; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime

Same Day Pay

Refer a Friend Bonus

Thankful Thursday

Gift Giveaways

Attendance Program

Job summary

Alameda Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide treatments to residents under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role includes documenting care, following physician orders, and participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure optimal resident outcomes.

The position offers a per-hour rate with flexible full-time, part-time, or per diem options, plus benefits and support programs.

Qualifications

• Requires PTA license/certification.
• Experience with resident care and documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow physicians' orders and supervise Physical Therapist directives.
• Provide treatments to maintain or improve residents' function.
• Educate residents or caregivers on care plans and equipment.
• Maintain timely resident reports per regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support resident care.

Skills

PTA Certification

Education

PTA Certification

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Rate: $40 Per Hour

Per Diem Rate: $43 Per Hour

Schedule Options:

Full time, Part Time, and Per Diem Flexible

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Available
• Full Time
• Same Day Pay!!
• Refer a friend Bonus!!
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Exciting Attendance Program!!

About us:

Alameda Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

The purpose of this position is to treat and document care for residents with impaired ability to perform at an independent level due to disease process, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, participate in the interdisciplinary team meetings as required

DUTIES:

• Follow physicians' orders for resident care and follow directions of the Physical Therapist
• Provide appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities
• Provide appropriate treatment, preventative measures and adaptive equipment to prevent decline in residents' functions
• Provide appropriate resident or caregiver education to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities
• Maintain timely and accurate resident reports as required by federal, state and local regulatory agencies and third-party payers
• Provide adaptive equipment and preventative measures to prevent decline in residents' functions
• Observe infection control procedures
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under his/her supervision
• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, residents' representatives, facility staff, physicians, consultants and ancillary service providers
• Follow all facility Residents' Rights policies
• Remain positive and caring and act in the best interests of our residents
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, timely and professional manner
• Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor