What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare?
Rate: $38 Per Hour
Benefits:
Brookhaven Care Center is redefining what a nursing facility can be. We combine the warmth of a close-knit community with a commitment to exceptional clinical care, creating an environment where residents receive personalized attention and employees have the support they need to excel.
You’ll work alongside a collaborative team, accessible leadership, and professionals who take pride in doing things the right way. We believe in providing the resources, staffing support, and recognition our team deserves, because great care starts with a great workplace.
Whether it’s a weekly Thankful Thursday, monthly staff giveaways, or simply leaders who show up and help, we work hard to ensure our employees feel valued every day.
Join a team where your contributions are appreciated, and the care you provide truly makes a difference.
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant implements physical therapy programs and provides physical therapy treatments to residents to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist at Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Overtime Opportunities
- Same Day Pay!!
- Monthly Employee Gift Giveaways
- Attendance Incentive Program
- Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciation Events
Brookhaven Care Center is redefining what a nursing facility can be. We combine the warmth of a close-knit community with a commitment to exceptional clinical care, creating an environment where residents receive personalized attention and employees have the support they need to excel.
You’ll work alongside a collaborative team, accessible leadership, and professionals who take pride in doing things the right way. We believe in providing the resources, staffing support, and recognition our team deserves, because great care starts with a great workplace.
Whether it’s a weekly Thankful Thursday, monthly staff giveaways, or simply leaders who show up and help, we work hard to ensure our employees feel valued every day.
Join a team where your contributions are appreciated, and the care you provide truly makes a difference.
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant implements physical therapy programs and provides physical therapy treatments to residents to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist at Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities
- Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist;
- Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises;
- Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures;
- Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the physical therapist;
- Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist;
- Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;
- Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated;
- Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist;
- Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;
- Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Licensed as required by the State.
- Good organizational skills and time management skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
- Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.
Salary : $38