Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Synchrony Rehab; Hanover Township (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health and dental after first month

Student loan repayment

401(k) match

Job summary

Trilogy Health Services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide therapeutic interventions under a Physical Therapist’s direction. You will implement treatment plans, monitor patient responses, and maintain detailed progress notes in an interdisciplinary care setting.

The role emphasizes patient education, family guidance, and collaboration with the care team. Licensure and CPR certification are required or preferred, with occasional travel as noted.

Qualifications

• Implements treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities.
• Observes patient responses to therapy, documents progress, and reports findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Maintains up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy and reports findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provides instructions to patients and their families on exercise techniques, safety precautions, and home progress strategies.
• Supports Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress with additional observations.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plans developed by PTAs and PTs, including exercises and modalities.
• Observes patient responses, records progress and communicates with supervising PT.
• Documents patient status and progress for ongoing therapy.
• Educates patients and families on home exercise and safety.
• Supports therapists in evaluating patient progress and needs.
• Works with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.

Skills

Therapy implementation

Patient observation

Documentation

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associate Degree

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: 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.