Physical Therapy Assistant

Seeking FULLTIME and/or 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