Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant (Laf-PRN)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Health Lafayette Central in Lafayette, Indiana seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient care under supervision. The role involves following a prescribed therapy plan, collaborating with evaluating therapists, and ensuring accurate documentation and discharge planning.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in PTA, active state PTA license, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license with auto insurance. Travel up to 75% is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program is required.
• PTA license/registration in the state is required.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association) required.
• Driver's license required; auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Report patient progress and collaborate with the evaluating therapist to implement the plan of care.
• Provide comprehensive PTA treatment and related follow-up services, including discharge planning.
• Document and submit patient reports within established timeframes.
• Coordinate care with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals and outside agencies.
• Apply clinical judgment following the therapist's plan of care.
• Train and educate patients and family members on treatment goals and plans.

Skills

PTA Experience

CPR Certification

Education

Associate’s Degree in PTA Program

Job description

Franciscan Health Lafayette Central

1501 Hartford St Lafayette, Indiana 47904

Once a Physical Therapist has evaluated a patient and determined the course of action, the Physical Therapist Assistant of Franciscan often takes charge. This job requires someone who is comfortable following and giving orders, and someone with a careful eye who can modify and ensure correct patient performance. It’s a hands‑on, patient‑focused job with big rewards as you watch your patients increase function and mobility.

WHO WE ARE

Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Report patient progress and collaborate with evaluating therapist to implement therapy plan of care.
• Perform comprehensive physical therapy treatment and related follow-up services, including discharge planning.
• Document and submit patient reports within the established timeframe.
• Collaborate with patient and other healthcare personnel or outside agencies regarding coordination of care.
• Exercise clinical judgment following an occupational therapy plan of care.
• Train and educate patients and family members or other support, and documents understanding of treatment plan and goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s Degree- Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program- Required
• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)- State Licensing Board- Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association- Required
• Driver’s License- Required
• Auto Insurance- Required
• 1 Year- Physical Therapist Assistant Experience- Required
• 1 Year- Home Healthcare Experience- Preferred

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

Up to 75%

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on thebenefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.