Physical Therapist Assistant
Job Description
Position: Physical Therapist Assistant - Geriatric
Salary Range: $25.89 - $28.45 per hour
Schedule: 32 hours per week, Monday-Friday with weekend rotation
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team and provide quality care to our geriatric patients. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall physical function.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating and developing individualized treatment plans for geriatric patients
- Implement treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities, to improve patients' physical function and reduce pain
- Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Educate patients and their families on proper techniques and exercises to continue at home