Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN

Erickson Senior Living • Silver Spring, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN provides physical therapy services to residents in Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care, and Home Support settings under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role helps residents improve mobility, function, and independence while delivering compassionate, resident-centered care. Services are provided across the Erickson Senior Living community continuum of care. The position is at Riderwood Village, a continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland, managed by Erickson Senior Living.

Requirements

• Current State of Maryland license in Physical Therapy.
• Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working with the older adult population in a therapy-related role is preferred.
• Experience in senior living, skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, home health, or other geriatric care settings.
• Commitment to quality patient care and rehabilitation outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide a holistic approach that supports residents’ physical, spiritual, emotional, and clinical needs.
• Provide day-to-day physical therapy treatments to meet residents’ needs across settings in the community continuum of care.
• Follow Medicare, state and federal regulations, APTA guidance, and company policies and procedures; support departmental understanding and compliance regarding care provision, documentation, billing and reimbursement, resident rights, customer service, and other applicable requirements.
• Implement residents’ personal care plans, focusing on residents’ strengths, preferences, and preferred routines while providing comfort, companionship, and belonging.
• Work with the interdisciplinary clinical team to ensure residents’ needs are addressed throughout their care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision packages, including annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching, and telemedicine options.
• PTO plans and company-paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law.
• 401(k) for team members age 18 and over, with a company 3% match.
• Onsite medical centers offering wellness visits and sick care for team members over 18.
• Free access to onsite Team Member Health and Well-Being Centers and well-being programs, tools, and resources for team members and immediate family members.
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and access to an online learning library with over 6,000 courses.
• Growth opportunities as the company opens and expands communities.
• Flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities to learn and grow.

What This Job Offers

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