Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join WelbeHealth in Stockton, California. This opportunity is ideal for a rehabilitation professional who enjoys working closely with older adults and wants to make a meaningful difference in the mobility, independence, and quality of life of patients with complex care needs. Working under the direction of a Physical Therapist, you will help implement individualized treatment plans, guide therapeutic exercises and mobility activities, monitor patient progress, and provide hands-on support to a frail and elderly patient population. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary of $74,000 – $99,000 annually and the chance to build meaningful relationships with patients while helping them maintain their independence and functional abilities.
Requirements
- Associate's degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) from an accredited program.
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license or documented eligibility for licensure.
- One (1) to two (2) years of professional experience.
- Clinical knowledge and skills necessary to treat frail, elderly patients with complex healthcare needs.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with Physical Therapists and other members of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Willingness and ability to travel occasionally as required.
- Professional experience working with adult and/or geriatric patients.
- Professional PTA experience outside of an exclusively pediatric setting.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with adult or geriatric patient populations.
- Rehabilitation experience involving older adults with complex medical or mobility needs.
- Experience supporting therapeutic exercise, mobility training, functional rehabilitation, and individualized treatment plans.
- Familiarity with interdisciplinary approaches to geriatric rehabilitation and patient care.
Responsibilities
- Implement individualized treatment plans under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
- Guide therapeutic exercises and mobility activities.
- Monitor patient progress.
- Provide hands-on support to a frail and elderly patient population.
- Travel occasionally as required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $74,000 – $99,000 annually
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
