Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
Powerback is hiring a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) at Fountain View Subacute and Nursing Center, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility with a 5-star Medicare rating for clinical quality measures. The role serves patients in high-acuity sub-acute care and short-term rehabilitation, including clinical tracks in pulmonary rehabilitation, complex wound care, joint replacements, and stroke motor recovery. The center reports that 40.2% of its patients successfully return home. The PTA implements physical therapy programs and activities, follows established recovery plans, and delivers therapy treatments to restore, reinforce, and enhance patients’ physical abilities. The role emphasizes individualized, compassionate care for patients and families, collaboration with peers, and referrals to help patients receive the care they need. The position offers a choice of weekly schedules: Tuesday–Saturday, Sunday–Thursday, or Monday–Friday.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
Responsibilities
- Implement physical therapy programs and activities.
- Follow developed recovery plans.
- Deliver therapy treatments to restore, reinforce, and enhance patients’ physical abilities.
- Provide individualized, caring, and compassionate service to patients and their families.
- Collaborate with peers and make referrals to support patients’ care needs.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
- Generous paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
- Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
- Journey Travel Program with the security of a full-time role.
- Employee discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
- Sign-on bonus of $10,000.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
