PTA: Mobility & Independence Rehab Partner

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Boca Raton, FL seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. You will work with Physical Therapists to implement treatment plans, guide residents through mobility and strengthening exercises, and document progress in line with policy.

Responsibilities include gait and transfer training, resident education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to support resident goals and

Qualifications

• Active Florida PTA license is required.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and mobility training to residents.
• Monitor resident progress and report changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Document treatments and resident responses in accordance with facility guidelines.
• Assist residents with gait training, transfer training, balance activities, and strengthening exercises.
• Maintain a safe and clean therapy environment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident goals and outcomes.
• Educate residents and families regarding therapy programs and exercises.

Skills

Strong communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Compassionate

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Resident-focused care

Education

Active Florida PTA license

Job description

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Boca Raton, FL seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. You will work with Physical Therapists to implement treatment plans, guide residents through mobility and strengthening exercises, and document progress in line with policy.

Responsibilities include gait and transfer training, resident education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to support resident goals and