Requisition Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Opportunity

HealthPro Heritage has a great Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) opportunity in Manchester, CT.

Weekend help needed

Established rehab team

SNF/Long-Term Care Setting

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments to residents according to treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
• Observe, record and report to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.
• Maintain daily records of treatments and document progress notes on residents as directed by the therapist.
• Assist with admission screening.
• Assist the therapist in consulting with family members, physicians and other health care professionals, as appropriate.
• Assist with the care of the physical therapy department and equipment.
• Assist the Physical Therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned by the Physical Therapist.
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical currency.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the state of practice.
• Prefer experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population served by this facility.
• Excellent oral and written communication (neat handwriting) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Physical Therapist and the policies and procedures of the facility.