PTA, Healthcare, Physical Therapy

Old Southwest is seeking a PRN PTA to join the team!

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides rehabilitative services under the supervision and direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to promote optimal patient outcomes, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life for residents in a skilled nursing facility setting.

• Implement physical therapy treatment plans as established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist residents in improving mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and endurance.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, and other interventions in accordance with plan of care.
• Observe and document resident performance, progress, and responses to treatment; communicate observations and concerns to the Physical Therapist.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and care planning.
• Instruct residents, families, and caregivers in exercises and safe mobility techniques.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation per facility, state, and federal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards (CMS, state board, facility policies).
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive therapy environment.
• Support continuity of care by collaborating with nursing, occupational therapy, and speech therapy staff.

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current, active state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience in a SNF or geriatric setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching during therapy sessions.
• Ability to assist with resident transfers and mobility safely.