Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant – Rehab Specialist

Encore Rehabilitation Services; Old Town (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Rehabilitation Services is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in delivering therapy treatments under supervision. The role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and state licensure. No prior experience is required beyond completion of education and licensure.

The PTA will support therapists, supervise technicians, and contribute to patient care plans while maintaining proper documentation and compliance with professional ethics.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited PTA program.
• Licensure by the State Board of Physical Therapy in applicable state.
• Experience: None required.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the code of ethics of the APTA.
• Reports to the staff Physical Therapists/Clinical Director concerning Physical Therapy matters.
• Carries out the physical therapy procedures according to the Plan of Care of the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Covers instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient.
• Maintains proper attitude of encouragement toward the patient without giving false hope.
• Counsels patient and/or family on special problems with advice from the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Helps the patient become physically, emotionally, and socially independent.
• Utilizes proper procedures which will be in keeping with good patient care, but reasonable in expense to the department.
• Submit in writing to the Registered Physical Therapist/Supervisor on duty, any recorded incident or accident with patient or employee as it occurs.
• Documents on all patients' treatments received according to the policies and procedures of the physical therapy department.

Education

Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants

Job description

Encore Rehabilitation Services is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in delivering therapy treatments under supervision. The role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and state licensure. No prior experience is required beyond completion of education and licensure.

The PTA will support therapists, supervise technicians, and contribute to patient care plans while maintaining proper documentation and compliance with professional ethics.