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Select Medical lists this Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) opportunity in mendham, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
nKessler Rehabilitation Center
nPosition: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient setting
nLocation: 84 E Main St, Mendham, NJ 07945
nSchedule: Full-Time 40 hours weekly
nCompensation: $30-44 hourly depending on years of experience
n** Up to an $8,000 sign on bonus **
nAt Kessler , we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.
nOur benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:
nnnStart Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
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nnEase the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
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nnRecharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
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nnYour Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
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nnInvest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
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nnAdvance your Career: We offer a tuition reimbursement program
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nnGo Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
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n nResponsibilities
nnnResponsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
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nnPossesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.
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nnImplements, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures.
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nnDevelops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care.
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nnMaintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff.
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n nQualifications
nRequired Credentials:
nnnA valid state license (where applicable), registration or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant upon graduation from an approved curriculum for Physical Therapist Assistants, and having passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants certified by the CAPTE.
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nnState license and/or certification must be valid in the state in which the individual will practice.
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nnCardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
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n nPhysical Requirements:
nnnAbility to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift. Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.
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nnAbility to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.
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nnVisual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction.
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nnAbility to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
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nnAbility to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility.
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nnFine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for treatment.
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nnAbility to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.
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n nAdditional Data
nSelect Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
nLocation : Location US-NJ-Mendham
nJob ID
nPosition Type Full Time
nExperience (Years) 0
nCategory Physical Therapist Assistant
nCompany Kessler Rehabilitation Center
nMin USD $30.00/Hr.
nMax USD $44.00/Hr.
Worksite address
mendham, NJ, 07945, US
Who can apply
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