Join BoldAge PACE and Make a Difference!
Why work with us?
- A People First Environment: We make what is important to those we serve important to us.
- Make an Impact: Enhance the quality of life for seniors.
- Professional Growth: Access to training and career development.
Competitive Compensation:
- Medical/Dental
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401K with Match*
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
BE PART OF OUR MISSION!
Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. Our approach is simple: We listen to our participants and their caregivers to truly understand their needs and desires.
Physical Therapist Assistant
SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at BoldAge PACE works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality patient care and support the interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include based on individual state scope of practice- implementing and modifying treatment plans, educating participants and their families, maintaining accurate documentation, and managing a caseload. The PTA actively participates in patient conferences, agency in-services, and quality improvement initiatives. Additional duties involve assisting with student and intern supervision of a Physical Therapy Assistant, scheduling, and contributing to discipline-specific projects such as chart audits and peer reviews. This role is integral to providing direct, person-centered care that aligns with BoldAge PACEโs mission and values.
ESSESNTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement physical therapy treatment plans under the supervision of a physical therapist.
- Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and therapeutic interventions such as heat, cold, or electrical stimulation.
- Monitor participant performance, adjust treatments within scope, and communicate progress or challenges to the supervising physical therapist.
- Teach participants to use assistive devices and educate them and their families on home exercises, safety, injury prevention, and post-treatment care to empower independence.
- Document therapy sessions, outcomes, and report changes in participant condition or adverse reactions.
- Maintain therapy equipment, ensure a clean and safe environment, and adhere to safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Contribute to treatment plan adjustments, participate in staff meetings, and assist with equipment and supply management.
- Provide support with participant transfers.
- Act within the legal scope of practice and uphold ethical and professional care standards.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.โฏโฏโฏโฏ
- Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact.โฏโฏโฏโฏ
- Pass a comprehensive criminal background check that may include, but is not limited to, federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen.โฏ
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associate of Arts Degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
- Current state license, or eligibility for licensure
- One yearโs experience as a PTA preferred
- 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred. If this is not present, training will be provided upon hiring.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Work effectively with patients, families, staff, and external agencies, including emotionally or physically challenging situations.