PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Per Diem

$28.50 - $32.08 based on experience

Everything we do at The Wesley Community is guided by our Core Values which form the acronym "CARES". These Core Values are COMPASSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE and SPIRIT. It's more than a job: it's caring that starts in the heart.

What will I do as a Physical Therapy Assistant for The Wesley Community?

Responsibilities

Our Physical Therapist Assistants work closely with in our in-patient long term care residents and short term rehab patients to restore activities of daily living. A few of the most common duties and responsibilities required of Physical Therapist Assistants include:

• Help patients stretch and exercise certain muscle groups
• Read instructions from Physical Therapist
• Work directly with Physical Therapist to assist patients
• Speak with families to find best at-home techniques
• Keep physical therapy clean and organized
• Move patients from wheelchairs or walkers to physical therapy area
• Complete administrative tasks, like scheduling appointments and filing paperwork
• Teach patients techniques like balance training
  
  

Physical Therapy Assistant Requirements

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current New York State PTA License
• Experience in Subacute and/or Long-Term care a plus, but not required
  
  

The Wesley Community strives to have its employees be a part of a culture of excellence and to enjoy their work. Our team is also committed to making sure our employees are rewarded for superior effort and performance and get a chance to have fun as part of their employment experience at The Wesley Community.

We offer competitive and team-focused Employee Benefits (based on employment status eligibility) to include:

• Competitive pay
• A full benefits package
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible scheduling options
• NEW Weekly Pay Periods and Daily Pay Option
• A 401K retirement plan
• Tuition assistance and nursing scholarships
• Opportunities for growth and development
• A caring and supportive team work environment
• Perks such as self-care support and on-site prescription fills
• A fun work environment including theme weeks, recognition events, and opportunities for staff involvement
  
  

About The Wesley Community

For over 50 years, The Wesley Community has provided services and programs with a commitment to compassion, caring and excellence. Our distinctive continuum of care offers a unique balance of community living and care giving that ensures quality of life at every stage of life.

We are a mission driven, not-for-profit organization that puts people first. We are proud of our reputation for excellence, innovation, and a personal approach to care and services. We encourage and support our residents in their efforts to achieve their goals, and we treat them respectfully.