Physical Therapy Assistant PTA

LHC Group, Inc.

$104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current license, registration, or certification to assist in physical therapy in the state of practice
  • Active CPR certification
  • Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance
  • Access to reliable transportation
  • Commitment to ongoing education and professional development

Responsibilities

  • Adhere to state laws and supervise treatment plans set by the supervising physical therapist
  • Guide patients through exercise, muscle re-education, and functional training
  • Monitor, record, and report patient progress to the healthcare team
  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers about therapy protocols and care plans
  • Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to enhance patient care

Benefits

  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible scheduling and autonomy
  • Career growth potential
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are hiring for a Physical Therapy Assistant.

Excellent benefits & mileage reimbursement offered! Rate averages $50+ per visit.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

  • the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships


  • continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities


  • flexible scheduling and autonomy


  • career growth possibilities


Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.

  • Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.


  • Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.


  • Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.


  • Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant.


Qualifications

License Requirements

  • Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.
  • Current CPR certification is required.
  • Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.


At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Caretenders a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

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