Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant PTA for Stratford Manor Rehabilitation & Care Center in West Orange, NJ. IN-HOUSE team opportunity with a WONDERFUL team. Shift/hours: FULL TIME NOW HIRING PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant PTA, FULL-TIME We offer: Excellent Compensation Great Benefits Package Training Programs and Support Career Advancement! PTA Duties Include: PTA will work as part of the Therapy Team under the guidance of PT. PTA will measure and record Residents function and gait training. PTA will observe Residents and write progress reports. PTA will assist Residents in carrying out specific exercises. PTA will treat Residents with varieties of techniques, like balance and gait training. PTA will help Residents use necessary equipment and devices. PTA will educate Residents on how to exercise properly to strengthen muscle and improve function. PTA will maintain Residents' confidence by keeping information confidential. PTA will Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements. PTA contributes to the entire team's effort and goals. PTA Requirements Include: A graduate of an accredited PTA Program Current NJ PTA License Experience in long-term-care settings preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer Required License/Certifications: NJ PT License We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, affection, or sexual orientation, marital status, atypical heredity, cellular or blood trait, nationality, religion, disability and liability for services in the United States armed forces or any other legally protected status. We will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees with a disability.