Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Advantage•Kane, PA

28d•Onsite

About The Position

AdvantageCare Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate and motivated Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their rehabilitation team at Lutheran Home at Kane in Kane, Pennsylvania. This PRN (as needed) position offers flexible scheduling and focuses on skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments, particularly with older adults. It's an opportunity for experienced PTAs looking to supplement income, clinicians seeking occasional hours, or new graduates beginning their careers. Applicants must have graduated from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program and hold a current Pennsylvania PTA license or be eligible to obtain it. This role is specifically for PTAs and not for support positions like aides or CNAs. The position emphasizes meaningful patient care, supportive leadership, and a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Associate degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Current Pennsylvania Physical Therapist Assistant license, or eligibility to obtain the required authorization to practice in Pennsylvania before beginning employment, including an applicable PT Compact privilege.
Understanding of the Physical Therapist Assistant scope of practice.
Ability to carry out treatment plans developed by a licensed Physical Therapist.
Strong patient care, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to collaborate with the supervising PT and interdisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Experience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, or post-acute rehabilitation.
Familiarity with rehabilitation documentation and interdisciplinary care planning.
New graduates of accredited PTA programs are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and functional mobility interventions.
Assist residents in improving strength, endurance, coordination, and independence.
Monitor patient responses to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, or changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Provide patient and family education within the PTA scope of practice.
Collaborate with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, nursing staff, and other interdisciplinary team members.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.
Support safe mobility, appropriate use of assistive devices, and fall prevention strategies.
Follow Pennsylvania PTA practice requirements, facility policies, and established safety protocols.
Contribute to a positive, supportive, patient-centered rehabilitation environment.