Physical Therapy Assistant

Seeking PRN PTA!

Advanced Center for Nursing and Rehab is seeking a Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA  to help patients improve their mobility and move forward. Ideal candidates will possess a CT license or be in the process of obtaining CT licensure and will have experience working in the skilled nursing environment.  New Grads are welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner

Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises

Identify patient’s needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy for individual differences

Recommend options, courses of action, or modifications in selected treatments ensure patient’s progress, safety, and comfort

Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptoms frequency, and preventing injury

Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services

Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information

Measure performance and report on patient’s medical record

Participate in patient status judgments

Adhere to ethical and legal standards

Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge

Skills

Proven working experience as a physical therapist assistant

Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards

Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training and physical modalities

Ability to communicate and instruct effectively

Healthcare administration and documentation skills

License to practice or relevant certification

Career Advantages :

• Rare in-house opportunity- NOT CONTRACTED!
• Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical care
• Clinical expertise, training and mentoring available