Role Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) collaborates with a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver personalized, high-quality care to older adults, supporting their independence and well-being within a comprehensive care program.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and modify treatment plans under supervision, including exercises, mobility training, and therapeutic interventions.
• Educate participants and families on home exercises, safety, and injury prevention to promote self-sufficiency.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatments as needed, and communicate changes to the supervising therapist.
• Assist with participant transfers, maintain equipment, ensure safety protocols, and support infection control practices.
• Participate in team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and supervise students or interns as needed.
• Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and safety standards, and perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience working with elderly or frail populations preferred; training provided if not.
• Strong communication skills, ability to build rapport, and proficiency with therapy equipment and electronic health records.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and immunizations up to date.
  
  

Additional Information

This role involves providing person-centered, compassionate care, fostering professional growth, and working within a supportive, people-first environment to positively impact seniors' lives.