Physical Therapist Assistant

MEP Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in Reno, NV seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide compassionate, hands-on physical therapy to senior residents as part of a patient-first rehabilitation team. You will implement individualized treatment plans created by a Physical Therapist to support mobility, strength, and functional goals.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, monitor patient progress, and educate patients and families on care goals and exercises, contributing to high-quality care

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate, patient-focused approach.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and contribute to clinical documentation.
• Competence in mobility and functional rehabilitation techniques.
• Comfort working in a collaborative, family-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivering therapy services according to established treatment plans.
• Monitor and track patient progress and document clinical observations.
• Support achievement of functional outcomes through guided therapeutic interventions.
• Educate patients and families on care goals and exercises.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to maintain quality care standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate patient-focused approach

Mobility & functional rehab techniques

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Provide compassionate, hands-on physical therapy to senior residents as part of a patient-first rehabilitation team. Implement individualized treatment plans created by a Physical Therapist to support mobility, strength, and functional goals.

Key Duties

• Assist with delivering therapy services according to established treatment plans
• Monitor and track patient progress and document clinical observations
• Support achievement of functional outcomes through guided therapeutic interventions
• Educate patients and families on care goals and exercises
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to maintain quality care standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant
• Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate, patient-focused approach
• Ability to follow treatment plans and contribute to clinical documentation
• Competence in mobility and functional rehabilitation techniques
• Comfort working in a collaborative, family-centered environment