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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Help Residents Move With Confidence
At Senior Care of Aiken, Physical Therapy is about helping residents move more safely, stay stronger, and maintain as much independence as possible.
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our in-house therapy team and work directly with residents to improve mobility, balance, strength, and confidence.
The Impact You’ll Make
As a PTA, you will help residents:
- Improve walking, balance, strength, and endurance
- Practice safe transfers and functional mobility
- Participate in therapeutic exercise and gait training
- Reduce fall risk and improve confidence with movement
- Regain function following illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization
- Maintain mobility and independence as they age
- Learn safe techniques and strategies that support daily function
Working under the direction of a Physical Therapist, you will carry out individualized treatment plans, monitor resident response to treatment, communicate changes in function, educate residents and caregivers, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
What We’re Looking For
- Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in South Carolina
- Current BLS or CPR certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and balance interventions
- Ability to work effectively with geriatric and medically complex populations
- Strong clinical observation and documentation skills
- A compassionate, resident-centered approach
- A collaborative and dependable team mindset
Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or geriatrics is preferred.
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Why Senior Care of Aiken?
You’ll enjoy:
- Competitive compensation
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement benefits
- Annual performance reviews
- Opportunities for professional growth
- A collaborative in-house therapy team
- Supportive therapy and facility leadership
- A culture that values clinical skill, teamwork, and resident advocacy
Do Work Residents Feel Every Day
Helping someone stand safely, walk farther, regain balance, or move with less assistance can completely change their confidence and quality of life.
If you want to be part of a therapy team where your work is meaningful, appreciated, and directly impacts resident independence, we would love to meet you.
Apply today and join the in-house therapy team at Senior Care of Aiken!
Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Skilled Nursing Home experience do you have?
License/Certification:
- Are you applying for PRN (Required)
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Aiken, SC 29802 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $38