Physical Therapist Assistant - Normandy Park & Solista at Bellevue
About The Position
Independence Rehab is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who finds purpose in helping older adults regain mobility, confidence, and dignity. You'll work with residents navigating recovery, chronic conditions, and life transitions - providing therapy that truly changes daily life! Whether you're a new grad looking for mentorship or an experienced PTA wanting a sustainable caseload, Independence Rehab is where clinicians feel supported and patients feel the difference. As a PTA in our outpatient assisted living facilities, your day is relationship-driven, collaborative, and clinically meaningful: You'll treat a medically complex geriatric population in a setting where time, clinical reasoning, and compassion are valued. You will be challenged every day! Guiding residents through mobility milestones - first steps, safe transfers, returning home. Leading gait, balance, strengthening, and functional training sessions. Helping reduce fall risk and build confidence with daily activities. Collaborating closely with your PT to adjust care plans. Working alongside nursing, OT, and speech to support whole-person recovery. Celebrating small wins that matter deeply to patients and families.
Requirements
- Active Washington State PTA license in good standing
- Graduate of an accredited PTA program
- Interest in geriatric care and functional outcomes
Nice To Haves
- SNF experience preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Guiding residents through mobility milestones - first steps, safe transfers, returning home
- Leading gait, balance, strengthening, and functional training sessions
- Helping reduce fall risk and build confidence with daily activities
- Collaborating closely with your PT to adjust care plans
- Working alongside nursing, OT, and speech to support whole-person recovery
- Celebrating small wins that matter deeply to patients and families
Benefits
- Up to 3 1/2 weeks PTO annually
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Continuing Education reimbursement (up to $750/year)
- Health Savings Account to save for future expenses
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Free preventive screening benefits
- Basic Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program to help navigate life's challenges
- Teladoc- a free service that gives you access to doctors for a variety of services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
