Job description
Position: Physical Therapist Assistant - Geriatric
Salary Range: $25.89 - $28.45 per hour
Schedule: 32 hours per week, Monday-Friday with weekend rotation
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team and provide quality care to our geriatric patients. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall physical function.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating and developing individualized treatment plans for geriatric patients
Implement treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities, to improve patients' physical function and reduce pain
Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Educate patients and their families on proper techniques and exercises to continue at home
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient treatments and progress
Stay current with industry developments and advancements in physical therapy techniques and treatments
Requirements:
Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Current state license or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with geriatric patients
Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, techniques, and modalities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, to meet the needs of our patients
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.