Physical Therapist Assistant

About the role

Old Dominion Rehabilitation and Nursing is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered, quality-focused, and our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide physical therapy treatments to patients, facilitating increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients, families, and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
• Requires good organizational and time management skills.
• Requires good verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Employee engagement activities.
• Positive work environment.
• Excellent training.
• Competitive pay and benefits.