Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Part- time

Select Specialty Hospital; Rochelle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 39,950 - 60,614; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan eligibility

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Rochelle Park, NJ is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide compassionate treatment and assist in delivering physical therapy services. The role requires a valid state PTA license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. The position offers flexible hours and support for employee wellbeing, including access to a 401(k) plan after reaching 1,000 hours within the first year. Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care in a critical-illness recovery setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid state PTA license.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation and therapeutic exercises.
• Implement treatment goals and plans established by the physical therapist.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics and assistive devices.

Skills

Compassionate treatment

Therapeutic exercises

Locomotion training with assistive devices

Education

Valid state PTA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Rochelle Park, NJ

Schedule: Part‑time (20 hours per week) Hours Flexible / Pick up shifts Monday ‑ Friday between 8 am to 4:30 pm (Flexible start/end times)

Compensation: $29.00 to $44.00 per hour

Required Valid State PTA License

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical‑illness recovery hospital committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery.

Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full‑time opportunities
• Foster Well‑being: We offer benefits that support the financial, work/life and emotional well‑being of you and your family members. Part‑time/Per Diem positions are eligible for a 401(k) plan after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our Employee Assistance Program to part‑time employees.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities
• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT)
• Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long‑term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re‑entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.