Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant $40 per hour | Per Diem Bristol Glen, a UMC Community | Newton, NJ

Earn $40 an hour, guaranteed, as a per diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ. Pick the weekday and weekend shifts you want.

Who you’ll care for Residents in Bristol Glen’s skilled nursing and rehab center who are recovering from surgery, illness, or injury and working to get home or regain their independence. What You'll Do Carry out individualized therapy programs under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to support resident recovery and wellness Lead residents through therapeutic activities designed to improve strength, balance, mobility, and overall function Assist residents in working toward greater independence with daily activities and movement goals Observe resident performance and communicate progress, concerns, and outcomes to the Physical Therapist Provide encouragement and support that helps residents stay engaged and motivated throughout their therapy journey Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility standards and regulatory guidelines What You'll Need Required: Active Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in New Jersey Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program 2+ years of experience as a PTA Preferred: Experience in a skilled nursing, rehab, or continuing care community Pay and Benefits $40.00 per hour, guaranteed rate This is a per diem position. Flexible scheduling: choose weekday and weekend shifts as they're available, with no minimum hour commitment Streamlined orientation and great team environment Schedule Per diem. Weekday and weekend shifts are posted based on resident needs. Where you’ll work Bristol Glen is a continuing care community in Newton, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing and rehab. United Methodist Communities has been Certified as a Great Place to Work nine years in a row, and 87% of team members say they feel they make a difference in their work How to apply Apply in a few minutes. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 48 hours. To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. E-Verify Participation United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.