Physical Therapist Assistant

Innovate Rehab & Wellness; Louisiana; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental & vision

PTO: vacation, sick, holiday

401(k)

Job summary

Innovate Rehab and Wellness in Jena, LA is hiring a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to work under a Physical Therapist in a skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on one-on-one therapy, helping patients improve mobility and regain function with personalized treatment plans.

The position offers full-time hours, a supportive team, competitive hourly pay based on experience, and benefits starting day one, including medical, dental and vision coverage, PTO, and retirement options.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Education

Associate degree from PTA program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant# Physical Therapist AssistantJena, LA 71342## Description**Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Innovate Rehab and Wellness****Status:** Full-Time **Setting:** Skilled Nursing Facility **Schedule:** Monday – Friday (Flexible) **Pay:** Competitive **hourly rate** based on experience**About Us*** 25+ years as a leading skilled health care provider* Therapist- and veteran-owned* Focus on industry-leading, patient-centered care* Supportive, collaborative team culture**Why Join Us*** One-on-one therapy focus* Group/concurrent treatments under 1%* Realistic scheduling to support work-life balance* Strong emphasis on clinical outcomes and job satisfaction**Benefits (Start Day 1 – Full-Time)*** Medical, prescription, dental & vision* Short-term & long-term disability**Additional Benefits*** 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**Position Summary** As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will:* 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**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.