Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Description

Job Description

River Edge is a leading provider of nursing, rehabilitation in Waynesboro, VA, offering the comforts of home with attentive, 24-hour nursing support. Every day at our nursing home feels like a five-star experience, as we provide the highest standard of care and comfort for our residents.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us! 

We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities

• Positive work environment

• Excellent Training

• Competitive Pay and Benefits

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Primary Job Responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist

• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient

• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations and complex procedures

• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist

Qualifications of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

·        Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

·        Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice

·        Requires good organizational and time management skills

·        Requires good verbal and written communication skills