(PTA) Physical Therapy Assistant

Alliance Health Group; Oldtown (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing setting. You’ll work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to help residents improve strength, mobility, independence, and quality of life.

This full-time, day-shift position emphasizes collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, documentation, discharge planning, and patient education to support residents’ goals and well-being.

Qualifications

• Active PTA license is required.
• Experience in skilled nursing/long-term care is preferred.
• Ability to work under supervision of a Physical Therapist and with the care team.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Follow individualized treatment plans to support resident goals.
• Deliver individual and group therapy as appropriate.
• Monitor progress and communicate changes to the PT and team.
• Complete daily treatment notes and required documentation.
• Assist with discharge planning and transition of care.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy staff, physicians, residents, and families.
• Participate in care conferences and facility initiatives.
• Promote resident safety, dignity, and independence.

Skills

Licensed PTA

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

PTA licensure

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time

Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

Make a Difference Through Every Step of Recovery

Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our supportive and collaborative rehabilitation team. In this role, you’ll work directly with residents to help them improve strength, mobility, independence, and overall quality of life.

If you’re looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity where your skills are valued and you can make a meaningful difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Details

• Status: Full-Time

• Schedule: Day Shift

• Setting: Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care

What You’ll Do

• Provide hands‑on therapy services under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist

• Follow individualized treatment plans designed to support each resident’s goals

• Provide individual and group therapy as appropriate

• Monitor resident progress and communicate changes to the Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team

• Complete accurate and timely daily treatment notes and required documentation

• Assist with discharge planning, resident education, and transition of care

• Collaborate with nursing, therapy staff, physicians, residents, and families

• Participate in care conferences and other facility initiatives

• Promote resident safety, dignity, independence