PTA: Rehab & Mobility Specialist (Full-Time/PRN)

Creekside Post-Acute; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Supportive Environment

Meaningful Work

Job summary

Creekside Post-Acute, a 130-bed skilled nursing facility in San Jose, CA, is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join the rehabilitation team. The PTA works under a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver treatments and help residents regain mobility and independence.

The role requires an active California PTA license and an Associate degree, with prior SNF or post-acute rehab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active California PTA license.
• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Experience in skilled nursing, post-acute care, or rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, gait training, and transfer techniques.
• Monitor and document patient progress, responses to treatment, and changes in condition.
• Educate patients and families on prescribed exercises and safe mobility techniques.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team and other healthcare professionals to support patient care goals.
• Ensure patient safety and follow facility policies and clinical guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Documentation

Teamwork

Compassion

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Creekside Post-Acute, a 130-bed skilled nursing facility in San Jose, CA, is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join the rehabilitation team. The PTA works under a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver treatments and help residents regain mobility and independence.

The role requires an active California PTA license and an Associate degree, with prior SNF or post-acute rehab experience preferred.