PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT- FT

Progressive Rehab Solutions; Houma (LA); Presencial; USD 35.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Progressive Rehab Solutions in Houma, Louisiana, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role requires executing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and educating patients on mobility and assistive devices.

Qualified candidates must hold an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting and a current state PTA license. Experience in rehabilitation or long-term care settings is preferred. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to follow treatment directions.

Formación

• Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting (PTA) from an accredited program is required.
• Current state PTA license required and must be maintained.
• Clinical experience in rehabilitation or long-term care settings is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out PT treatment plans for individuals and groups.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities as directed.
• Educate patients on mobility and assistive devices.
• Document treatment and patient response.
• Report changes to supervising PT.

Conocimientos

Knowledge of therapy techniques and equipment

Ability to follow treatment directions

Strong interpersonal skills

Educación

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting (PTA)

Current state PTA license

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

Provides therapy services under supervision of PT. Delivers treatment programs, monitors progress, and assists patients in achieving independence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out PT treatment plans for individuals and groups.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities as directed.
• Educate patients on mobility and assistive devices.
• Document treatment and patient response.
• Report changes to supervising PT.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting (PTA) from an accredited program is required.
• Current state PTA license required and must be maintained.
• Clinical experience in rehabilitation or long‑term care settings is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of therapy techniques and equipment.
• Ability to follow treatment directions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift, transfer, and move patients safely.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching.
• Work in long‑term care and healthcare environments.

EEO & ADA Statement

Progressive Rehab Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made under ADA.