Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Stanleytown Health & Rehabilitation Center in Bassett, VA is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you are at the forefront of our ability to provide Care Beyond Compare with the exceptional hands-on care you deliver. As a member of the rehabilitation team, you will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure that we are delivering the highest quality of care to our residents; helping them regain and maintain their optimal level of independence through the compassionate care and support you provide. One of the most rewarding aspects of your role is knowing that you will have the opportunity to make a sincere difference in someone’s life every day.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates ranging from $26.00 to $35.00 per hour commensurate with experience

• Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees

• Career Growth Opportunities

• Daily Pay Available

What You'll Do

• Provide skilled physical therapy services to residents under the supervision and direction of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT).

• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising PT to help residents achieve their rehabilitation goals.

• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, gait training, and other prescribed interventions to restore function and reduce pain.

• Assist residents with mobility training, transfers, balance activities, and therapeutic modalities such as heat, cold, and electrical stimulation.

• Train residents on the use of assistive devices, including walkers, canes, crutches, and wheelchairs, to promote safe mobility.

• Explains procedures and treatments to gain residents’ cooperation and allay apprehension.

• Monitor resident progress and communicate observations and treatment outcomes to the supervising PT.

• Maintains residents’ medical records with thorough documentation of treatments provided, progress notes, and response to therapy.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and successful achievement of rehabilitation goals.

• Educate residents and their families on home exercise programs, safety precautions, and strategies to maintain progress after discharge.

• Observes emotional stability of residents, expresses interest in their progress, and prepares them for continuing care after discharge.

• Perform other duties as required to provide exceptional care to each resident.

What You Need

• Active unencumbered licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Virginia.

• Associate’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Highly organized and detail oriented.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!