Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Float

Kessler Rehabilitation Center•Westfield, NJ

47d•$33 - $42•Hybrid

About The Position

Kessler Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Float Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to work full-time, 40 hours per week, in Union and Essex County. This position offers a float differential in pay and up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Kessler prides itself on creating an exceptional patient experience, helping patients return to athletics, work, life, and activities they love. The role involves providing patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, implementing high-quality physical therapy services, developing treatment plans, supervising assistants and aides, contributing to case management, and maintaining positive interactions with facilities and clients.

Requirements

A valid state license (where applicable), registration or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant upon graduation from an approved curriculum for Physical Therapist Assistants, and having passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants certified by the CAPTE.
State license and/or certification must be valid in the state in which the individual will practice.
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift. Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.
Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.
Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction.
Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility.
Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for treatment.
Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.

Responsibilities

Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.
Implements, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures.
Develops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care.
Maintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff.