Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Synchrony Rehab; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health and dental insurance after 1st月

Student loan repayment

401(k) match

Job summary

Trilogy Health Services in Bowling Green, KY seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role includes implementing plans, observing patient progress, and educating patients and families on exercises for home use.

Benefits include weekly pay, health and dental after the first month, student loan repayment, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• PTA licensure required/maintained in state
• CPR certification preferred
• Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
• 0–1 year of experience

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans and modalities as directed by a Physical Therapist.
• Observe patient responses and document progress for supervising PT.
• Provide patient and family instruction on exercises and home safety.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient care.
• Assist with documentation and progress reporting.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Documentation

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Observation of patient responses

Education

Associate Degree in PTA

Job description

Responsibilities

Weekly pay, health and dental after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! Make a living while you make a difference at Trilogy Health Services – a senior living provider with the continuous goal of being the Best Healthcare Company in The Midwest.

Qualifications

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.

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

Education: Associate Degree

Experience: 0-1 years

Licenses and Certifications

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

Travel

Travel: Yes. Minimally, as required (Typically less than 10%)

THE SYNCHRONY ADVANTAGE

Whether you’re looking for a new chapter, a change of pace, or a helping hand, Trilogy is committed to being the best place that you’ve ever belonged.

Six months of training, orientation and fun!

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why your first six months are referred to as your “blue-badge” period – a time where you are encouraged to ask questions, ask for help when needed, and familiarize yourself with the company culture. Even when your blue badge period ends, you can rest assured that the Trilogy team will always have your back.