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Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center, Columbia, Pennsylvania, United States, 17512


Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per diem

Come work at a 4-star quality measures facility!

Benefits of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):Daily Pay! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!Competitive CompensationIndustry leading orientation and training with on-going management support.Continuous professional training.Location: 745 Old Chickies Hill Rd, Columbia, PA 17512

Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center is a 4-star quality measures facility, currently hiring for a full time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to our valuable team of therapists.

Responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

Your primary focus will be to assist in the planning, organizing, developing, and delivering of Physical Therapy Services in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, to ensure the highest degree of quality resident is continuously maintained.Providing individual therapy services to residents according to the care plans.Assisting in resident assessment activities as neededAssisting as needed in developing therapy plans for individual residents in conjunction with MDS.Keeping the Physical Therapist informed of any need to adjust therapy plans to match or support resident care plan goals.Briefing residents in procedures involved in occupational therapy and preparing necessary equipment.Participating in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc.Coordinating therapy appointments with other departments.Following physical therapy department safety standards.Maintaining the care and use of supplies, equipment, and appearance of the therapy area.Requirements of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

Graduate of an accredited

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

program is required and must have a valid professional license by discipline for stateA minimum of one year of related experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility or other related medical facility is required, as is the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. New Grads will be considered.The successful candidate will also demonstrate patience, courtesy, excellent customer service skills, dependability, attention to detail and flexibility.Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.COVID-19 Vaccine Required

We are working around the clock to keep our residents and staff healthy and safe and are following the recommended protocols and guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We ensure all employees and residents have the required PPE to protect them from potential exposure during this COVID-19 epidemic. Additionally, Numerous precautions have been implemented in all nursing centers such as temperature and symptom screening, screening all employees, restricting visitors and enhancing cleaning of high touch surfaces.

A team centered culture that supports our values of

S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)

drive our daily activities with all we interact with.

Take pride in your career and join an organization where your talents will shine! Apply Today!

Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.