Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides patient care at an outpatient orthopedic center in Rio Grande, New Jersey. The center treats patients of all ages and abilities, with services intended to maximize functionality and support positive outcomes. The PTA provides care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, implementing physical therapy services in accordance with applicable practice standards and company policies. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with three evenings per week scheduled until 7 p.m. Weekends are not required. Compensation is $30.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience. Benefits apply to full-time employees working at least 32 hours per week.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
- Passed a national examination for physical therapist assistants certified by CAPTE.
- Valid state physical therapist assistant license, or license in process.
- CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, as required by the State Practice Act.
- Implement high-quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers, and facilities with minimal supervision, following physical therapy principles and practices and company policies and procedures.
- Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.
Benefits
- Mentorship and orientation programs.
- Generous paid time off.
- Medical, prescription/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings.
- Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan.
- Life and disability protection.
- Continuing education unit (CEU) program.
- Internal movement opportunities across 1,900 centers in 39 states.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
