Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time

Advantage•McKeesport, PA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

AdvantageCare Rehabilitation is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Kane Community Living Centers – McKeesport in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. The PTA will work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to help adult and geriatric patients improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, functional independence, and quality of life in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. The role offers consistent full-time hours, collaboration with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation and care team, and the opportunity to build relationships with patients and follow their progress over time. Experienced PTAs and new graduates are encouraged to apply. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current or eligible Pennsylvania Physical Therapist Assistant license.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with a Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary care team.

Nice To Haves

Skilled nursing, geriatric, or rehabilitation experience is a plus but is not required.
New graduate Physical Therapist Assistants are encouraged to apply.
A solid clinical foundation, willingness to learn, strong communication skills, and enjoyment of working with people are sought in new graduates.

Responsibilities

Carry out individualized physical therapy treatment plans under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Help patients improve strength, balance, transfers, gait, and functional mobility.
Provide therapeutic exercise and functional activities.
Assist patients with the safe use of walkers and other assistive devices.
Monitor patient responses to treatment and communicate changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers about mobility and safety strategies.
Collaborate with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, COTAs, Speech-Language Pathologists, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
Document treatments and patient progress accurately and promptly.
Encourage patients throughout rehabilitation and support functional gains and independence.