Physical Therapist Assistant

LHC Group; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Puyallup, WA. In this role, you will build trusted relationships with patients, provide essential therapy services, and contribute to their overall well-being. The company values independence and offers opportunities for career growth, ensuring a supportive environment for both personal and professional development. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare and making a difference in patients' lives, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• Current licensed to assist in physical therapy in Washington.
• CPR certification and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and patient education to enhance well-being.
• Coordinate care with the healthcare team and report changes.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Exercise Instruction

Gait Training

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

CPR Certification

Tools

Therapy Equipment

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in our Puyallup, WA. location!

$35 - $45 / hour

At Assured Home Health a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships


• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities


• independence and autonomy


• career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.

Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.

Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.

Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the state of Washington


• Current CPR certification is required.


• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits