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HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities.

About the role

Join HealthFitness as a part-time (up to 20 hpw)Physical Therapy Assistant in East Hanover, NJ!

Are you a passionate Physical Therapy Assistant seeking a flexible, rewarding part-time role? HealthFitness invites you to bring your expertise to our corporate client site in East Hanover, NJ, where you’ll assist in delivering individualized, one-on-one patient care in a professional setting with focused 45-minute sessions that allow you to make a real impact.

Enjoy a consistent schedule working up to 20 hours per week:

+ **Mondays:** 8am–3pm (up to 7 hours)

+ **Tuesdays:** 10am–6pm (up to 8 hours)

+ **Wednesdays:** 1pm–6pm (up to 5 hours)

Why HealthFitness?

+ Access hundreds of FREE Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) to advance your skills and maintain your credentials.

+ Thrive in a supportive environment where quality care and your growth come first.

If you’re ready to elevate your career and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, responsible for delivering of physical therapy services. Carries out treatment plans, assists with exercises, and uses various therapeutic techniques as prescribed by the Physical Therapist.

Key Accountabilities:

+ Provides physical therapy treatment and rehab based on the physical therapist's plan of care. Contributes by identifying patient care issues, providing feedback, and recommending actions based on clinical findings. Assesses patients' health through interviews and physical examinations. Performs therapeutic procedures, instructs and counsels patients, and ensures continuity of care. Helps patients with exercises and activities, applies treatments like massages and stretches, and provides instructions on exercises and equipment use. Set up and maintain therapy equipment and ensure it is sanitized and in good working order.

+ Efficiently and accurately document patient care services in compliance with regulations, keep the physical therapist informed of patient status and recommend care progression, adhere to legal and ethical standards, and accurately document and report patient treatments and progress to the physical therapist.

Minimum Requirements:

+ Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program.

+ Must be licensed or certified to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the relevant state or region.

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team.

+ Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and assisting patients with exercises. Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

+ Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test.

Compensation: $35/Hour - $40/Hour. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications

Brand: HealthFitness

HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business.  We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.