Physical Therapy Assistant- Torrington Center Nursing and Rehab

Full-time Physical Therapy Assistant/PTA available at Torrington Centerfor Nursing and Rehab!

Located at 80 Fern Dr, Torrington, CT 06790

• Competitive rates, benefits, & flexible schedule are offered!
• PRN hours are also available!

Our approach is patient-centered. With specialty practitioners, therapists, nurses and staff, we have the some of the best programs in the area and we would love for you to join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs
• Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility
• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
• Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs
• Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
• Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Consult and practice with other health professionals
• Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress
• Document patient care services

Skills:

• Proven work experience/background as a physical therapist/assistant
• Intensive education and clinical expertise
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Drive to continually learn and grow
• Professional behavior
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Valid license to practice physical therapy
• Associates Degree for assistant position

Career Advantages:

• Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical care
• In-House Therapy Dept
  - Not Contracted!
• Clinical expertise and training available
• Net Health Electronic documentation system
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of therapists and nursing staff

We are looking for professional Physical Therapist Assistants who are committed to our values and to our mission of striving to improve health and enrich lives through partnership, compassion and acts of kindness, every person, every time. If you want to work in a rewarding environment with the opportunity for personal and professional growth, come join our team