Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Student loan repayment

Competitive 401(k) match

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab in Bloomington, Indiana, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, observing patient responses, and providing patient education.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program and be licensed in Indiana. Benefits include weekly pay, health, dental, vision benefits, and a competitive 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification is preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
• Observe patient responses to therapy and document progress.
• Provide instructions on exercise techniques and safety precautions.
• Support Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for patient care.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Patient documentation

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), under the direction of a Physical Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification, preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.

Experience

• 0-1 years.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, electrical stimulation).
• Observe patient responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings and any concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide instructions to patients and their families on exercise techniques, safety precautions, and strategies to support continued progress at home.
• Support Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more!