Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

PTO for appointments

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental insurance

Simple IRA with employer matching

Continuing education

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Alexandria, LA is seeking motivated Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) to join our growing team. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available, offering flexible schedules to fit your life.

You will work under a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients achieve their goals, with competitive pay of $30-$35/hour, generous vacation and PTO, and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, an IRA with employer matching, and continuing

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Louisiana PTA license or eligibility for Louisiana licensure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Physical Therapists and other team members.
• Desire to continue learning and developing professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment in accordance with the Physical Therapist's established plan of care.
• Guide and assist patients through therapeutic exercises and activities.
• Monitor patient response and progress during treatment.
• Communicate patient progress and concerns with the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Educate and encourage patients throughout their rehabilitation.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with therapists and other team members to provide a positive patient experience.
• Follow all applicable clinical, safety, and professional standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

PTA program graduate

Louisiana PTA license or eligibility

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Full-Time or Part-Time

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers - Alexandria, LA

Pay: $30-$35/hour

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Alexandria, LA is seeking motivated and patient-focused Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) to join our growing team. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available, offering flexibility to find the schedule that works best for you.

What We Offer

• $30-$35/hour
• 80 hours of vacation your first year, accrued based on hours worked
• Vacation increases by 8 hours each year, up to a maximum of 160 hours annually
• 24 additional PTO hours for medical appointments or inclement weather
• 7 paid holidays - New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Medical, dental & vision insurance options
• Supplemental Insurance Options - cancer, short- and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance
• Simple IRA with up to a 3% employer matching contribution and immediate 100% vesting
• Continuing Education - free continuing education opportunities through FYZICAL, plus reimbursement for additional education based on clinic and staff needs
• Bonus opportunities for eligible full-time and part-time staffOpportunities for continued career growth and advancement

Why Join FYZICAL?

We are a growth and goal-oriented organization that believes in investing in our team. You'll have opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge through continuing education while working alongside professionals committed to helping patients improve their function, mobility, and quality of life.

As our organization continues to grow, we are committed to creating opportunities for our employees to grow with us.

What You’ll Do

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients achieve their individual treatment goals.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide treatment in accordance with the Physical Therapist's established plan of care
• Guide and assist patients through therapeutic exercises and activities
• Monitor patient response and progress during treatment
• Communicate patient progress and concerns with the supervising Physical Therapist
• Educate and encourage patients throughout their rehabilitation
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with therapists and other team members to provide a positive patient experience
• Follow all applicable clinical, safety, and professional standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Current Louisiana PTA license or eligibility for Louisiana licensure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient-focused approach to care
• Ability to work collaboratively with Physical Therapists and other team members
• Desire to continue learning and developing professionally

If you're looking for a PTA opportunity where you can make an impact, continue developing your clinical skills, and grow your career, we'd love to hear from you.