Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - tmc

Edison, NJ 08818

About the Job

Overview:

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TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers. We have an excellent opportunity for a physical therapist assistant to join our team. We offer fun, a fast-paced environment, and an opportunity to make a difference every day for those we serve. We are a company that provides great upward mobility, fulfilling work, and an opportunity for a leader to make a difference. We believe in doing the right thing, for the right reason, all the time. We encourage innovation, giving back, and the resources to continually refine your clinical and professional skills.

If you want to be a part of a company and a team where you will truly leave your fingerprint on the culture, you will be seen and heard, and you're empowered to provide your patients the care they deserve, TMC is the place for you. Please get in touch.

Your career with us means:

Pay Range: $30-36 an hour ( Depending on experience )
Flexible Scheduling / 4 Day Work Week Available
Retirement benefits (including 401k company match)
13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays
Mental Wellbeing Support Program
Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities
Health, Dental, and Vision

With TMC, therapy doesn’t just make a living; it makes a difference. Come be part of something bigger than a job!

Location:

VQ - Menlo Park Veterans Memorial Home

132 Evergreen Rd

Edison, New Jersey 08818

United States

Responsibilities:

As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you are an integral part of the rehabilitation team, working under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist to help patients regain movement, alleviate pain, and restore function following injury, illness, or surgery. Here's an outline of the primary responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant:

Patient Care Implementation: Assist in the implementation of treatment plans developed by the physical therapist to address patients' specific rehabilitation goals and functional needs.
Therapeutic Exercise and Activities: Lead patients through prescribed exercises and therapeutic activities designed to enhance their physical function and promote recovery. Physical Therapist Assistants instruct patients on proper exercise techniques, monitor their progress, and provide feedback to ensure safe and effective participation.
Modalities and Physical Agents: Physical Therapist Assistants ensure the proper application of various treatment modalities, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment parameters as necessary to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
Patient and Family Education: Physical Therapist Assistants educate patients and their families on injury prevention strategies, proper body mechanics, and techniques for managing pain and discomfort.
Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor patients' responses to treatment interventions, documenting their progress and any changes in functional status or treatment tolerance. Physical Therapist Assistants communicate regularly with the supervising physical therapist, providing updates on patient progress and collaborating on adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.

Qualifications:

Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

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