PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan; Beatrice (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive pay

Great benefits

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Beatrice, NE is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support rehab services in a rural, community-focused facility.

Under the supervision of a physical therapist, you will assist with therapy activities, document progress, and contribute to quality patient care in a team of therapists.

This PRN, day-shift role offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay based on experience, and a warm environment where residents are valued.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-approved PTA program with state licensure.
• BLS certification within six months of employment.
• Driver's license may be required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients/residents with therapy activities and exercises per treatment plan.
• Monitor and document patient responses and progress.
• Collaborate with supervising physical therapist and the rehab team.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Assessment planning

Documentation

Education

APTA PTA program

State PTA license

BLS certification

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS NE Beatrice Ctr

Location: Beatrice, NE

Address: 401 S 22nd St, Beatrice, NE 68310, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50

At our Beatrice Good Samaritan facility, we are more than a workplace—we’re neighbors caring for neighbors. Our team takes pride in building real relationships with residents and families while creating a warm, supportive environment where people feel known, respected, and encouraged every day. We are one of the larger, rural locations in the area that offers a unique blend of skilled rehabilitation and long-term care.

We are looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant who wants to make a meaningful impact in a close‑knit community. We are a team of exceptional therapists dedicated to providing high‑quality rehabilitative care in a supportive and collaborative environment. Our interdisciplinary team includes a full‑time PTA, full‑time COTA, full‑time OT, and a full‑time SLP.

This position offers a flexible work schedule with a strong commitment to work‑life balance. It also offers competitive pay (based on years of experience) and amazing benefits!

If you’re looking for a career where you can see the impact you make every day—and be part of a community that values what you do—we’d love to meet you!

Job Summary

Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. The physical therapist assistant selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient’s/resident’s/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. Contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the physical therapist about the patient’s/resident’s/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient’s/resident’s/client's targeted physical therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested.

Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post‑acute, long‑term care and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state(s) of practice. Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0271792

Job Function: Allied Health

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