Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Company: River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing
Location: Waynesboro
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

River Edge Rehabilitation and Nursing - -Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us! -
We are currently seeking a -Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
While working here, you will enjoy:

Employee Engagement Activities
Positive work environment
Excellent Training
Competitive Pay and Benefits

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
Primary Job Responsibilities of a -Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

-Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist
Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient
Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations and complex procedures
Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist

Qualifications of a -Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):
- - - - - - - - Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
- - - - - - - - Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice
- - - - - - - - Requires good organizational and time management skills
- - - - - - - - Requires good verbal and written communication skills

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