PRN Geriatric PTA - Rehab & Mobility Impact

Bluegrass Consulting Ltd; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington Parc Nursing & Rehab seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support high-quality rehabilitative care under a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function for residents in a geriatric setting.

This PRN role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, accurate documentation, HIPAA compliance, and educating residents and families about therapy strategies to promote

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• 1–2 years of geriatric care or SNF experience preferred.
• Familiarity with PDPM and SNF therapy documentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PTA interventions under the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist residents with therapeutic exercises, gait training, and mobility activities.
• Monitor responses and communicate progress to the supervising PT.
• Educate residents and families on therapy strategies for carryover.
• Maintain a safe, engaged therapy environment and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Geriatric rehabilitation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation/records

HIPAA compliance

Communication with care team

Education

Associate’s degree in PTA

Current state PTA licensure

Job description

Wellington Parc Nursing & Rehab seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support high-quality rehabilitative care under a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function for residents in a geriatric setting.

This PRN role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, accurate documentation, HIPAA compliance, and educating residents and families about therapy strategies to promote