Physical Therapist Assistant

Innovate-Rehab-and-Wellnes; Jena (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

PTO: vacation, sick, holiday

HSA

Employer-paid life insurance

Job summary

Innovate-Rehab-and-Wellnes is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our Skilled Nursing Facility team. You will work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients improve mobility, regain strength, and increase function.

This full-time role offers a Monday – Friday schedule with flexible hours, a competitive hourly rate based on experience, and a supportive, collaborative work environment focused on patient-centered care and clinical outcomes.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Follow treatment plans created by the PT and lead patient exercises.
• Monitor patient progress and document records; report changes to the PT.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure coordinated treatment.
• Uphold ethical, professional standards in all interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)Innovate Rehab and WellnessStatus: Full-TimeSetting: Skilled Nursing FacilitySchedule: Monday – Friday (Flexible)Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experienceAbout Us25+ years as a leading skilled health care providerTherapist- and veteran-ownedFocus on industry-leading, patient-centered careSupportive, collaborative team cultureWhy Join UsOne-on-one therapy focusGroup/concurrent treatments under 1%Realistic scheduling to support work-life balanceStrong emphasis on clinical outcomes and job satisfactionBenefits (Start Day 1 – Full-Time)Medical, prescription, dental & visionShort-term & long-term disabilityAdditional BenefitsEmployer-paid basic life & AD&DVoluntary supplemental life insurancePTO: vacation, sick, holidayHealth Savings Account (HSA)Voluntary critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity401(k)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee discount marketplaceProfessional growth and development supportPosition SummaryAs a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will:Work under the direction of a licensed Physical TherapistHelp patients improve mobility, regain strength, and increase functionSupport and deliver individualized treatment plansProvide hands-on, patient-centered careKey ResponsibilitiesImplement patient-specific treatment plans created by the PTLead patients through exercises, mobility training, and rehab activitiesEducate patients on safe techniques and assistive devicesMonitor and document patient progress; report changes to the PTMaintain accurate, compliant therapy recordsCollaborate with the care team for coordinated treatmentUphold ethical, professional standards in all interactionsQualificationsAssociate degree from an accredited PTA programValid state PTA licenseRehab/clinical experience preferred (new grads welcome)Strong communication and interpersonal skillsCommitment to high-quality, patient-centered careCPR certification preferredEqual Opportunity EmployerWe 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.