PTA: Rewarding Geriatric Rehab Role

Hillcrest Health Services; Bellevue (NE); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Rehab in Bellevue, NE is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our in-house rehabilitation team. The PTA will work under supervision to carry out individualized plans of care and help patients regain mobility and independence.

You’ll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document clinical progress, and support a smooth patient flow in a busy facility committed to safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required.
• Active Physical Therapist Assistant license in Nebraska or a compact state required.
• Basic Life Support CPR certification required or willingness to obtain within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient treatments per established plans of care and guidelines.
• Help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, function, and independence.
• Educate patients and families using clear communication and adult learning principles.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation and charging to support therapy services.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy team members, and other interdisciplinary partners.
• Build and manage an efficient patient schedule.
• Identify patient and facility risks and take action to ensure safety.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

PTA program graduate

Nebraska license or compact state

BLS CPR certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Hillcrest Health & Rehab in Bellevue, NE is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our in-house rehabilitation team. The PTA will work under supervision to carry out individualized plans of care and help patients regain mobility and independence.

You’ll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document clinical progress, and support a smooth patient flow in a busy facility committed to safety and quality care.