Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Grow?

• FYZICAL Hackettstown is independently owned and operated. We are committed to delivering exceptional physical therapy care to our clients.
• FYZICAL Hackettstown is a collaborative, supportive, and fun work environment. Imagine being PART OF A FAMILY instead of just another employee!
• FYZICAL operates in 46 states, with 620 clinics (550+ are independently owned and operated) working together to leverage the strengths of a national organization.
• FYZICAL Hackettstown is northwest New Jersey’s gateway to orthopedic wellness, offering physical therapy, balance care, preventive rehabilitation, and recovery services, including compression therapy, stretch, and we are constantly exploring other complementary services to help our clients live their best lives.

Why Work Here?

• Full-time and part-time Physical Therapist Assistant roles are available to treat a diverse caseload, including balance and fall-risk clients, orthopedic and post-surgical, as well as a variety of clients seen at the Center.
• Competitive salary and benefits package up to $85K (salary, incentive compensation, benefits) commensurate with experience, whether full-time or part-time!
• Individualized one-on-one treatment: You will be part of a team that will provide client care in 60-minute and 45-minute intervals on a one-on-one basis.
• Growth opportunities: You will be at the cutting edge of physical therapy and rehabilitation, and participate in our growth – we plan to open another clinic by summer 2026.

Join the Winning Team!
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers are setting a new benchmark for the highest level of care. We are saving Americans from falls – the leading cause of death for people 65+. FYZICAL set the industry standard of compassionate care in outpatient physical therapy centers using these technologies:

• Patented Safety Overhead Support (SOS)® from Solo-Step that helps you assist clients safely during gait and balance training.
• Patented Insight Pro+ Infrared Video Goggles (VOG/Video Frenzels) to accurately assess and treat vertigo, dizziness, and feelings of imbalance.
• State-of-the-art EMR technologies and AI-assisted documentation that dramatically free up your time to focus on clients, not doing paperwork.
• FYZICAL Point-of-Sale retail solutions to provide your clients with more at-home treatment choices.

Responsibilities

• Help the Physical Therapist in all aspects of patient care.
• Under the guidance of the Physical Therapist, perform therapy techniques/exercises.
• Measure and track patient progress, informing the Physical Therapist of all changes.
• Provide patients with needed continued care information.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in patient handling, treatment, and management.
• Carry out techniques and exercises prescribed by the Physical Therapist.
• Keep the Physical Therapist up to date on changes in patient progress.
• Assist in measuring and tracking the effectiveness of interventions.
• Educate the patient on continuing care.
• Ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards.

Required Skills The ideal candidate will have the following qualities:

• You will CARE for our clients and are interested in compassionately guiding them to success.
• You have experience independently following care plans to provide optimal care.
• You have excellent communication skills.
• You are a self-starter and are motivated by serving others.
• You have experience in treating clients of all ages.
• You have a high level of organization, both professionally and personally.
• You enjoy partnering with others to accomplish tasks.
• You have previous experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting.

Your Requirements:

• Accredited PTA program graduate.
• Valid NJ state license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Proven experience in a clinical setting.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and therapeutic interventions.
• Compassionate care of all clients, including older adults.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and encourage clients to achieve their therapy goals.
• Physical stamina to stand, lift, and assist clients.
• At least one year of working in an outpatient physical therapy clinic.
• Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment.
• Self-motivated team player who is willing to learn and take direction.