PRN PTA: Hands-On Physical Therapy Assistant

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. seeks a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in our West Orange, NJ facility.

This role focuses on delivering effective treatments and accurately documenting patient progress. The ideal candidate holds an accredited PTA degree, a valid New Jersey PTA license, CPR/First Aid certification, and at least 3 years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid PTA license in state of practice.
• Current CPR and first aid certification; 3+ years' clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment programs as established by Physical Therapists
• Focus on providing the highest quality treatment for patients that allows for excellent patient outcomes
• Assess patient condition using knowledge of basic biological and medical science
• Propose treatment goals and objectives
• Implement patient treatment plans with guidance from the Physical Therapist
• Perform certain aspects of patient evaluation and interventions
• Instruct patients on physical therapy interventions, modalities and home exercise programs

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

Current CPR and first aid certification

3+ years' clinical experience

Job description

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. seeks a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in our West Orange, NJ facility.

This role focuses on delivering effective treatments and accurately documenting patient progress. The ideal candidate holds an accredited PTA degree, a valid New Jersey PTA license, CPR/First Aid certification, and at least 3 years of clinical experience.