Physical Therapist Assistant- Coverage Support Role

Job Description

Job Description

This temporary full-time opportunity is perfect for a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapy Assistant seeking hands-on experience in senior care and rehabilitation services, with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent role.

Do you take pride in producing careful, accurate clinical work that supports safe and effective therapy?

Are you someone who prefers a steady, structured environment where you can focus on defined tasks and deliver high-quality results?

If so, you may be the perfect fit for our One Senior Care family of businesses including LIFE-NWPA, Mountain View PACE, and Buckeye PACE.

Job Summary:

As a Physical Therapist Assistant – Coverage Support, you’ll work under the direction of a Physical Therapist to carry out well-defined, evidence-based treatment plans with precision and consistency. This role is well-suited for someone who is patient, disciplined, and focused — someone who values accuracy, clear methods, and the satisfaction of completing technical clinical tasks the right way.

You’ll perform therapeutic interventions, gather clear and factual information, and ensure every treatment meets established standards. This work requires steady concentration, a structured approach, and an ability to work independently while supporting overall Participant mobility, safety, and functional goals.

Schedule:

First shift, full-time hours. Specific work hours will be established in consultation with your supervisor.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Carry out therapeutic exercises, modalities, and interventions as outlined in the PT’s plan of care.
• Gather and document accurate, factual clinical information in the electronic medical record.
• Assist with recommending durable medical equipment to support safety and mobility.
• Provide clear, structured instruction to caregivers, families, and staff.
• Support restorative and wellness programming through consistent, task-focused work.
• Deliver therapy in multiple settings including the center, Participants’ homes, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals.
• Observe and report Participant changes promptly to the clinical team.
• Maintain steady, professional communication based on facts and clinical observations.
• Build strong working relationships with facility staff, healthcare partners, and caregivers.
• Participate in quality initiatives, training, and process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Everyone’s journey is unique. Even if you haven’t done it all, your dedication to learning and helping others is what counts. With our training, mentorship, and career development programs, we’ll help you grow and succeed.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• Careful, disciplined, and focused on accuracy and quality.
• Likes a structured environment with clear expectations and established methods.
• Comfortable completing precise, task-driven clinical work.
• Communicates in a direct, factual, and professional manner.
• Able to concentrate on one task at a time and follow technical instructions thoroughly.
• Prefers working independently within a defined clinical scope.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain after hire — we’ll provide the training!)
• Indirect license required for home care.

Education and Experience:

• Active PTA licensure in the state of practice.
• Experience working with the frail or elderly population strongly preferred; minimum of one year required.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and Microsoft programs.

Requirements:

• Successful completion of background check, physical, drug screening, TB Screening.

Physical Requirements:

• Intermittent periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and standing, lifting, and bending to provide treatments to participants.
• Must be able to lift, bend, demonstrate, and perform therapeutic interventions as often as participant treatment plans require.
• Must be able to access various departments of a given location.

Join Us!

At One Senior Care, you’ll be part of a compassionate team that makes a tangible difference in seniors’ lives — working together to keep participants safe, healthy, connected, and at home.

One Senior Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks, health and safety screenings, and any clearances required for healthcare programs.