Senior Care PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Pioneer-Ridge-Health-; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab in Lawrence, Kansas is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our team of caregivers. You will work with a skilled physical therapy team to design and implement individualized treatment plans for residents, helping them regain mobility and independence.

You will use exercises, modalities, and education to support residents, collaborate with the health care team, and document progress to adjust plans as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed PTA in Kansas.
• Experience with geriatric rehab preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate with residents/families.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in treatment plan development and implementation.
• Perform resident assessments to identify mobility impairment.
• Create individualized plans to address impairments and goals.
• Apply exercises, modalities, and education to improve function.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on independence techniques.
• Collaborate with the care team to coordinate services.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Mobility assessment

Treatment planning

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting

Job description

Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab in Lawrence, Kansas is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our team of caregivers. You will work with a skilled physical therapy team to design and implement individualized treatment plans for residents, helping them regain mobility and independence.

You will use exercises, modalities, and education to support residents, collaborate with the health care team, and document progress to adjust plans as needed.