PRN Physical Therapist Assistant - Senior Care

Good Samaritan Society; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to assist patients with therapy activities and exercises under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist. The position involves providing, monitoring and recording therapy services for residents with physical, cognitive, and developmental needs, contributing to quality of life and daily function.

The role may focus on post-acute, long-term care or home health settings, with responsibilities including

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the practicing state(s).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
• May require a valid driver's license where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises under supervision of a physical therapist.
• Provide, monitor and document therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental impairments.
• Communicate patient responses and progress to the supervising PT and document outcomes.
• Adhere to clinical practice guidelines and state licensure requirements; perform other related duties as needed.

Job description

Good Samaritan Society in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to assist patients with therapy activities and exercises under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist. The position involves providing, monitoring and recording therapy services for residents with physical, cognitive, and developmental needs, contributing to quality of life and daily function.

The role may focus on post-acute, long-term care or home health settings, with responsibilities including