PTA - Resident Rehab Pro with Growth & Benefits

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive and collaborative work envt

Job summary

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. The PTA will support residents to improve mobility, strength, independence, and overall quality of life.

Responsibilities include assisting the Physical Therapist with treatment plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, documenting responses, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in good standing.
• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused.
• Strong organizational and documentation abilities.

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.
• Accurately document treatments and resident responses in accordance with facility and regulatory 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 as directed.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Documentation abilities

Education

Active Florida PTA license

Job description

The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. The PTA will support residents to improve mobility, strength, independence, and overall quality of life.

Responsibilities include assisting the Physical Therapist with treatment plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, documenting responses, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.