Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Kessler Rehabilitation Center•Lodi, NJ

6d•$30 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Ortho/Neuro caseload Location: 10 Summer Street Lodi, NJ Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours weeklyCompensation: $30-$43 hourly depending on years of experience Incentive: Student Debt Benefit Program and annual bonus plan Up to a $3,000 sign on bonus At Kessler , we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist. Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being: Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans Advance your Career: We offer specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more) Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy.
Valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy License/ Registration REQUIRED to start.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in outpatient neuro preferred; New Grad acceptable

Responsibilities

Carry out interventions designed by the supervising physical therapist.
provide treatment that help patients' mobiity, function, and pain relief, such as therapeutic exercises, functional training, and manual therapy techniques.
Observe and record patients' responses to treatment.
Work closely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure that the treatment plan is being followed and adapted as necessary based on patient progress.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of interventions performed and patient progress in accordance with legal, regulatory, and facility requirements.
Operate within the scope of practice defined by the state laws and regulations, as well as under the supervision requirements specified by those laws.