Inpatient Rehab PTA: Impactful Patient Care

Ernest Health, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Wellness program

Earned Time Off

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. through Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to join a team dedicated to comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation.

The role supports stroke and brain injury recovery, spinal cord injuries, and complex orthopedic care within an interdisciplinary rehab setting. The PTA collaborates with therapists, nurses, and physicians to tailor therapy programs, documenting patient responses and outcomes while aligning with the

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• BLS Certification from an approved vendor.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients.
• Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist.
• Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment.
• Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

PTA licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

Ernest Health, Inc. through Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to join a team dedicated to comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation.

The role supports stroke and brain injury recovery, spinal cord injuries, and complex orthopedic care within an interdisciplinary rehab setting. The PTA collaborates with therapists, nurses, and physicians to tailor therapy programs, documenting patient responses and outcomes while aligning with the