Join our award-winning team! Bridgeview Estates was named one of U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Nursing Homes.

Bridgeview Estates is an in-house therapy program in a collaborative team environment with reasonable efficiency standards that empower our therapists to create high quality outcomes for our patients and residents. We are seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team.

We offer:

Mentorship programs available - new grads welcome Continuing education and growth opportunities Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states In-house rehab programs with empowering work environments

For the 3rd year in a row - Bridgeview Estates has joined U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Best Nursing Home list! This is an accomplishment we would love to share with you - come join us!

Position Summary

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT) Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment. One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. Specific Job Requirements Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT Chart appropriately and timely Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

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