PTA: Restore Mobility, Relieve Pain, Help Patients Thrive

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Onancock, Virginia is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to implement individualized plans of care for patients with acute and chronic conditions in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, under supervision of Rehab Services management.

You will follow plans of care, perform PTA procedures, assess patient needs, train team members, document progress, and educate patients on interventions, contributing to quality outcomes and a supportive care environment.

Qualifications

• Education CAPTE-accredited program graduate or Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Experience 1 year Healthcare experience (Preferred).
• Licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant (VA) upon hire; CPR/BLS within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Follows the plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.
• Perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Therapist.
• Assesses patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data and interprets information, identifying age-specific needs and providing care accordingly.
• Assists and participates in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
• Records patients' progress and reports the results of each treatment to the physical therapist.
• Treats patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.
• Provides patient education on interventions.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Riverside Health System in Onancock, Virginia is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to implement individualized plans of care for patients with acute and chronic conditions in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, under supervision of Rehab Services management.

You will follow plans of care, perform PTA procedures, assess patient needs, train team members, document progress, and educate patients on interventions, contributing to quality outcomes and a supportive care environment.