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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Select Medical • Edison, NJ • 2h ago

Overview

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant

Location: Edison

Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours weekly

Compensation: $27-40

At Kessler , we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.

Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition

Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt

Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance

Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages

Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans

Advance your Career: We offer a tuition reimbursement program

Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

Responsibilities

Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.

Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.

Implements, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures.

Develops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care.

Maintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff.

Qualifications

Required Credentials:

A valid state license (where applicable), registration or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant upon graduation from an approved curriculum for Physical Therapist Assistants, and having passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants certified by the CAPTE.

State license and/or certification must be valid in the state in which the individual will practice.

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift. Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.

Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.

Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction.

Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.

Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility.

Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for treatment.

Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Location : Location US-NJ-Edison

Job ID 368228

Position Type Full Time

Experience (Years) 0

Category Physical Therapist Assistant

Company Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Min USD $27.00/Hr.

Max USD $40.00/Hr.

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