PTA: Hands-On Rehab Pro with Sign-On Bonus

Apploi; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Continuing education support

Job summary

Puyallup Post Acute is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide hands-on care under supervision and contribute to individualized treatment plans. The role emphasizes one-on-one patient interaction to help patients recover after surgery, illness, or injury, with a collaborative rehab team.

You’ll work closely with PTs, rehab staff, and families to track progress, document care, and support goals. A Washington PTA license and post-acute experience are preferred, with a $2,000 sign-on

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Washington State PTA license (or eligible).
• Experience in skilled nursing, post-acute, or rehab preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs with assistance and to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the day.
• Annual TB screening and physical exam required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on treatment following established plans of care under PT supervision.
• Screen new admissions and help identify the right interventions.
• Report changes in patient status and response to treatment to the supervising therapist.
• Communicate progress with patients, families, physicians, and the care team.
• Coordinate treatment goals with PT, OT, SLP, and nursing.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation and patient charges.
• Guide and give feedback to rehab techs and aides.
• Attend in-services and team meetings to keep building your skills.

Skills

Hands-on care

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Puyallup Post Acute is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide hands-on care under supervision and contribute to individualized treatment plans. The role emphasizes one-on-one patient interaction to help patients recover after surgery, illness, or injury, with a collaborative rehab team.

You’ll work closely with PTs, rehab staff, and families to track progress, document care, and support goals. A Washington PTA license and post-acute experience are preferred, with a $2,000 sign-on