Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab; Hanover Township (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Student loan repayment

401(k) match

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Hanover Township, Indiana. The PTA will provide therapeutic interventions following the treatment plans of Physical Therapists while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient care.

Responsibilities include observing patient progress, implementing therapeutic exercises, and providing family instructions for home exercises. Candidates must have a valid PTA license and ideally possess CPR certification.

Benefits include weekly pay, health, dental, vision, and a competitive 401(k) match.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
• Observe patient responses to therapy and document their progress.
• Provide instructions to patients on exercise techniques.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Documentation skills

Patient communication

Education

Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program

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!