Resident-Focused Physical Therapy Assistant

PACS; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS in the United States seeks a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Physical Therapist in delivering resident-focused care and implementing treatment plans.

The role emphasizes documentation, infection control, collaboration with the care team, patient education, and safe operation of equipment, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement and program development.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Proficient in computer skills entering data into health records such as Net Health and Point Click Care.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state; maintain CE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment following infection control and safety protocols.
• Communicate with the supervising PT to update physicians, nursing staff, and families on progress, goals, and discharge planning.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Associate Degree in PTA

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

PACS in the United States seeks a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Physical Therapist in delivering resident-focused care and implementing treatment plans.

The role emphasizes documentation, infection control, collaboration with the care team, patient education, and safe operation of equipment, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement and program development.