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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$62,134 / year median in Connecticut
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Tender Touch Rehab Services is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will provide high-quality therapy services to seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings, implementing treatment plans under the direction of a Physical Therapist. You will help improve residents' function, independence, and quality of life while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. We offer a supportive, patient-centered culture, opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career growth in diverse post-acute environments. Responsibilities Provide one-on-one physical therapy interventions under PT supervision for seniors in skilled nursing/long-term care settings Implement individualized treatment plans focused on functional mobility, strength, balance, and safety Assist with gait training, transfer training, therapeutic exercises, and use of assistive devices Accurately document treatments, progress notes, and functional outcomes in the EMR in a timely manner Collaborate closely with PTs, nursing, and the interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and discharge planning Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety strategies, and functional independence Monitor patient response to treatment, report changes to supervising PT, and help adjust plans as needed Contribute to a supportive, patient-centered environment that emphasizes dignity, compassion, and respect for seniors Required Skills Therapeutic exercise implementation Gait and transfer training Balance and fall prevention techniques Modalities application (e.g., heat, cold, e-stim, ultrasound) Documentation in EMR systems Functional mobility and ADL training Patient and family education Interdisciplinary care coordination Infection control and safety procedures Pain management techniques
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance