Physical Therapy Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. The PTA will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide quality patient care, implement treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and help patients improve their mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments and therapeutic exercises as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist patients with exercises, stretching, mobility training, gait training, balance activities, and functional activities.
• Monitor and document patient responses and progress during treatment.
• Communicate changes in patient condition or progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and appropriate safety precautions.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Follow established treatment plans, clinical protocols, and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment.
• Collaborate with physical therapists, healthcare professionals, patients, and families to support positive outcomes.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and facility regulations and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current state Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility for licensure.
• Current CPR/BLS certification, as required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to safely assist and transfer patients and perform the physical requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an outpatient, inpatient, skilled nursing, home health, or rehabilitation setting.
• Experience working with patients across a variety of ages and diagnoses.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any of the following:

Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (AS)
Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS)
Associate of Occupational Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (AOS)

Work Location: In person