Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) — Full-Time, Part-Time Are you a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) seeking a fulfilling role in a supportive, patient-focused setting? Join our team and apply your expertise to help residents regain strength, mobility, and independence in a state-of-the-art collaborative environment. We are looking for a dedicated professional to provide high quality, compassionate therapy services as part of our interdisciplinary team.

The Opportunity:

Flexibility Meets Mission We understand the need for work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling options to fit your needs: Full Time Part Time We're one of the largest and most advanced healthcare campuses for older adults. Required Qualifications A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in good standing in Maine or Massachusetts is required . Comprehensive Benefits Available Day 1! We invest in our eligible employees (regularly scheduled FT or PT 20+ hours/week) from day one with a highly competitive package that recognizes your vital contribution:

Financial Stability:

Weekly Paychecks Competitive Salary (based on skills and experience) 403b Retirement benefits with

Employer Match Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts Health & Wellness:

Employer-Contributed health, dental, and vision insurance Prescription drug insurance Security & Protection (Employer Paid): Employer-Paid long-term disability and life insurance Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Hospital, Critical care insurance) Supplemental life and dependent life insurance Short-term disability

Growth & Appreciation:

Generous Paid Time Off Program Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program (EAP) and employee discount programs Employee recognition & so much more

• The Physical Therapy Assistant partners with residents and other care providers to provide physical therapy services to maximize residents' functional abilities and independence.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Supports and promotes the mission and values of our group.
• Performs therapeutic procedures under the order of a physician or other accepted healthcare provider (mandatory supervision requirements) following evaluation by the supervising therapist while observing precautions, indications, and contraindications.
• Treats residents per department protocols and follows the therapeutic plan of care ensuring inclusion of functional long- and short-term goals, frequency and duration of services, and therapeutic modalities to be used.
• Seeks input from the resident and primary caregivers regarding the therapeutic plan of care. Incorporates this information into treatment sessions.
• Bring problems, questions, or status changes to the evaluating therapist immediately.
• Attends all pertinent team meetings.
• Monitors the treatment effect and progresses the treatment program towards the functional goals established in the treatment plan of care. Modifies the treatment plan of care as necessary following consultation with the evaluating therapist.
• Documents all therapeutic interactions with the resident per department procedures on a timely basis. Ensures that the documentation is accessible to others on the care team including the resident when appropriate.
• Recommends and obtains appropriate assistive devices for the resident ensuring that instruction (written, verbal, and/or demonstration) has been given in their use.
• Provide appropriate education to the resident or caregiver. Documents the results of teaching.
• Understands and complies with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations.
• Actively assists with the development of new programs and services in Rehabilitation.
• Takes responsibility for determining learning needs and seeks out opportunities for such.
• Ensures department cleanliness and maintenance by routinely keeping office and clinical areas clean and neat. Assists with routine equipment and space cleaning. Follows all system and department infection control procedures.
• Maintains required licenses, certifications, and competencies, and completes annual compliance courses on time.
• Other duties as consistent with this role.
• Job Requirements
• Job Knowledge and Skills
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Responsible, supportive team player
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Analytical, able to make sound decisions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent time management and documentation skills
• Compassionate and resident-centered care approach
• The ability to speak, read, write, and understand written instructions in English
• Education and Experience
• Associate degree required
• PT Assistant License required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred
• Working Conditions/Physical Demands
• Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involve a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Lifting 50 pounds requires a 2-person lift.
• Lifting/carrying frequently up to 20 pounds. Some stress is related to a high level of responsibility for quality care.
• Americans with Disabilities Statement
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. We reserve the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity. Derrick Green National Staffing Director The JAG Group dgreen@thejaggroup.com www.thejaggroup.com 404-405-6465

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$27.85 - $39.54 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person