Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

The primary responsibility of the Physical Therapist Assistant is to provide physical therapy treatments to residents/patients under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist to support improved independence, mobility, and quality of life.

Essential Functions:

An individual must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accomodation.

• Assist with planning, delivering, and evaluationg activity programs
• Prepare and document individualized Activity Care Plans
• Participate in quarterly care plan reviews
• Help set up and clean up activity spaces
• Transport or assist residents to/from activity locations
• Provide direct support during events and daily programs
• Offer input for improving and expanding program offerings
• Other duties as assigned

• Successful completion of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program, and passion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for PTAs
• Proof of licensure as PTA
• Experience in working with the geriatric population preferred
• General medical knowledge preferred

Physical Activities
An individual must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Walking, standing, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds
• Push/pull residents in wheelchairs
• Bend, stoop, and reach regularly
• Travel within the facility to engage with residents