Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant HealthFitness - 3.9 East Hanover, NJ Job Details Part-time $35 - $40 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications Entry level Full Job Description HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual's journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve - so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities. HealthFitness is seeking a temp, part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in East Hanover, NJ. Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, responsible for delivering of physical therapy services. Carries out treatment plans, assists with exercises, and uses various therapeutic techniques as prescribed by the Physical Therapist. What you will be doing - Provides physical therapy treatment and rehab based on the physical therapist's plan of care. Contributes by identifying patient care issues, providing feedback, and recommending actions based on clinical findings. Assesses patients' health through interviews and physical examinations. Performs therapeutic procedures, instructs and counsels patients, and ensures continuity of care. Helps patients with exercises and activities, applies treatments like massages and stretches, and provides instructions on exercises and equipment use. Set up and maintain therapy equipment and ensure it is sanitized and in good working order. Efficiently and accurately document patient care services in compliance with regulations, keep the physical therapist informed of patient status and recommend care progression, adhere to legal and ethical standards, and accurately document and report patient treatments and progress to the physical therapist. Other duties as needed/assigned. Compensation: $35/Hour - $40/Hour. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications. Brand: HealthFitness HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.