Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Advantage • Mechanicsburg, PA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

AdvantageCare Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate, motivated PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to work at Messiah Lifeways, a senior living community in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. The role offers flexible, as-needed coverage based on the clinician’s availability and facility needs, providing rehabilitation services to residents in senior living and skilled nursing settings. Experienced clinicians and new graduates are welcome to apply.

Working under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA helps residents improve mobility, restore function, and work toward individualized rehabilitation goals. The position involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team and delivery of patient-centered care in accordance with professional standards, facility policies, and applicable Pennsylvania practice requirements.

Requirements

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Pennsylvania Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility to practice in Pennsylvania before employment, including an applicable PT Compact privilege.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient care skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to delivering individualized, high-quality rehabilitation services.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, senior living, or post-acute rehabilitation is a plus, but not required.

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.
• Help residents improve strength, endurance, coordination, and independence with daily mobility.
• Monitor residents’ responses to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, or changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide encouragement and education to residents and families 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.
• Assist with safe patient transfers, mobility training, and appropriate use of assistive devices.
• Follow established safety protocols, facility policies, and applicable Pennsylvania practice requirements.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive, patient-centered rehabilitation environment.

Benefits

• Flexible PRN opportunities based on availability and facility coverage needs.
• Supportive clinical leadership.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Professional development and opportunities to build clinical skills and rehabilitation experience.
• Recognition and appreciation of clinicians’ contributions.
• Competitive PRN compensation; hourly rate is based on experience.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree