Physical Therapist Assistant Fairfield Wellness and Physical Therapy Fairfield, NJ Job Details Part-time $25.19 - $35.15 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals CPR Certification Physical Therapy Associate's degree in physical therapist assistant In-person customer service Assisting with ADLs Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Patient interaction Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Associate's degree Full Job Description Physical Therapist Assistant Job description Fairfield Wellness and Physical Therapy, an outpatient-based clinic, is currently looking for a part-time Physical Therapist Assistant. Located in the Xcel Fitness Center in Fairfield, New Jersey, our team specializes in chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture, massage, hand therapy and orthopedic care. The Physical Therapist Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting the physical therapist with providing quality care to patients. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population and contribute to their recovery and rehabilitation process. Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in the lives of others.

Job Duties include:

• Identifying patient care issues; providing information and commentary, implementing physical therapy directives
• Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities; and in using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Improve patient motor function and promote the capability of patients to function independently
• Assist physical therapists in developing treatment plans
• Direct patients in carrying out specific exercises and treat patients with a variety of therapeutic techniques
• Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records
• Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens; giving normal growth and development information; promoting wellness and health maintenance.
• Monitor and document patient progress during therapy sessions
• Educate patients on proper techniques for exercises and activities
• Assist with patient transfers and positioning during therapy sessions
• Maintain a clean and organized therapy area

Qualifications Include:

• Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program with a valid state license
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with patients, physicians, and coworkers
• Excellent customer service skills
• Physiological knowledge
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities

Job Type:

Part-Time Medical specialties:

Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine Schedule:

• Tuesdays, Thursdays & possibly

Saturdays Education:

Valid and Certified PTA Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$25.19 - $35.15 per hour

Medical Specialty:

Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Fairfield, NJ 07004 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Fairfield, NJ 07004: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person