Physical Therapist Assistant

INNOVATE REHAB AND WELLNESS; Jena (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental & vision

Short-term & long-term disability

Employer-paid basic life & AD&D

401(k)

PTO: vacation, sick, holiday

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Voluntary life insurance

Professional growth and development

Job summary

INNOVATE REHAB AND WELLNESS is hiring a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Jena, LA. Work under a PT to help patients improve mobility, regain strength, and increase function in a skilled nursing setting.

The role requires an associate PTA degree and an active license; experience is preferred, but new grads are welcome. This on-site position offers a sign-on bonus and flexible Monday–Friday scheduling.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Valid state PTA license.
• Rehab/clinical experience preferred (new grads welcome).
• CPR certification preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement patient-specific treatment plans created by the PT.
• Lead patients through exercises, mobility training, and rehab activities.
• Educate patients on safe techniques and assistive devices.
• Monitor and document patient progress; report changes to the PT.
• Maintain accurate, compliant therapy records.
• Collaborate with the care team for coordinated treatment.
• Uphold ethical, professional standards in all interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Licensed PTA in state

Job description

Job Details

Title: Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Jena, LA 71342

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Status: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Schedule: Monday - Friday (Flexible)

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 based on experience, location and availability

Position Summary

• Work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist


• Help patients improve mobility, regain strength, and increase function


• Support and deliver individualized treatment plans


• Provide hands-on, patient-centered care

Key Responsibilities

• Implement patient-specific treatment plans created by the PT


• Lead patients through exercises, mobility training, and rehab activities


• Educate patients on safe techniques and assistive devices


• Monitor and document patient progress; report changes to the PT


• Maintain accurate, compliant therapy records


• Collaborate with the care team for coordinated treatment


• Uphold ethical, professional standards in all interactions

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program


• Valid state PTA license


• Rehab/clinical experience preferred (new grads welcome)


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care


• CPR certification preferred

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental & vision


• Short-term & long-term disability


• Employer-paid basic life & AD&D


• Voluntary supplemental life insurance


• PTO: vacation, sick, holiday


• Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Voluntary critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity


• 401(k)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Employee discount marketplace


• Professional growth and development support

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.