Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

EDEN EAST is a portfolio of skilled nursing on the East Coast. As an industry-leading provider of post-acute care, Eden has been dedicated to changing the way healthcare is delivered. We are passionate about elevating and enhancing our employees as they are the core of the care and love we aim for, cultivating a family-like environment to ensure our residents are treated like family.

Edenbrook of Second Ave

is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. The Physical Therapist Assistant will develop and implement individualized therapy programs to enhance patient performance and independence. The ideal candidate will focus on promoting a healthy lifestyle and physical rehabilitation through evidence-based practices. This role involves working with patients of varying needs and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)- Full-time and/or Part-time/PRN Primary Job Responsibilities:

Maintain the standards for rehabilitation services in accordance with the Company Mission and Goals

Be courteous to all patients and respectful of them, their environment and their culture

Provide quality therapy services at every patient contact, including treatment interventions, program implementation, discharge planning and related documentation and communication under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist

Prioritize and maintain a work schedule that is appropriate for the facility and in accordance with your employment

Assist Therapy management staff in maintaining a positive, productive, and beneficial working relationship with all Facility staff

Adhere to the policies and procedures necessary for day to day operations of the rehab department

Screen patients to determine the need for evaluation under the supervision of the PT

Treat patients to relieve pain and develop or restore function to achieve maximum performance under the supervision of a physical therapist

Monitor patient response to intervention, communicate any changes and follow through with all updates to the treatment modalities, goals, and frequency as needed under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist

Fulfills documentation requirements in a complete, appropriate and timely manner

Communicate and collaborate with other team members regarding the care of clients receiving therapy services

Assist with data collection on patients progress under the supervising PT

Plan for patient's discharge when maximum benefits have been met in coordination with the supervising PT supervising PT

Provide complete and correct billing summaries as required

Attend in-service education when provided to rehab staff

Maintain a neat and well-organized therapy department

Perform administrative duties to assist in the provision of therapy services

Identify all new rehab admissions and notify physical therapist when appropriate

Communicate upcoming patient discharges with Facility staff as required

Attend appropriate care plan meetings when requested

Provide in-service education to staff when requested

Supervise the physical therapist assistant student as appropriate

Provide other job-related tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in good standing. A degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. Strong communication, documentation, and patient-care skills. Experience in skilled nursing, home health, or rehabilitation settings preferred. #INDTHERAPY