Physical Therapist Assistant

LHC Group; Lake Road; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) where you can build trusted relationships with patients and foster a culture of care. This role offers independence, opportunities for continuing education, and the chance to grow your career while delivering high-quality healthcare. You'll work closely with a dedicated healthcare team, ensuring patients receive the best possible care. If you're passionate about helping others and want to make a difference in your community, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Must have a current license to practice physical therapy.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatments and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being.
• Document and report patient responses and condition changes.

Skills

Patient Care

Exercise Instruction

Communication

Documentation

Education

Current license to practice physical therapy

Current CPR certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to work PRN.

At Assured Home Health, part of LHC Group, we foster a culture of caring, belonging, and trust, creating meaningful connections with patients, their families, colleagues, and communities. Join us and find a home for your career.

As a Therapist, you can expect:

• The ability to build trusted, in-person relationships with patients
• Opportunities for continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Independence and autonomy in your role
• Career growth possibilities

Channel your passion for serving others and your drive for delivering advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatments, provides exercise instruction, and educates patients to improve their well-being, following the established plan of care.

• Adhere to all state-specific laws governing physical therapy in home care, perform only procedures qualified and trained for, and recommend changes to the supervising PT as needed.
• Instruct and assist patients with active/passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait, functional activities, ADL, transfers, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, document, and report patient responses and condition changes to the supervising PT, nurse, and/or physician, coordinating care with the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare team members within your scope of practice.

Education and Experience

License Requirements:

• Current license, registration, or certification to practice physical therapy in your state.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or access to public transit.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our benefits here: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Assured Home Health, part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide, delivering high-quality, cost-effective care across home health, hospice, community services, and inpatient care. Our shared purpose: It's all about helping people.