Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Kingston Health Center of Fort Wayne; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingston Health Center of Fort Wayne is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support patient rehabilitation under a Physical Therapist's direction.

You will implement treatment plans, monitor patient progress, document responses, and educate patients and families on exercises and home safety within an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PTA license or certification in good standing.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• 0–1 years of experience in a rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists using therapeutic exercises and modalities.
• Observe patient responses to therapy and report progress to the supervising PT.
• Maintain up‑to‑date documentation of patient progress and responses.
• Provide instructions to patients and families on exercises, safety precautions, and home programs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Patient instruction

Education

PTA degree

CPR certification preferred

Job description

Overview

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

Responsibilities

Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you’re looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Synchrony.

Qualifications

Job SummaryThe 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 CertificationsMust have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification Current valid CPR certification, preferred

QualificationsEducation: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited programExperience: 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

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