Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Trilogy Health Services; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health and dental after first month

401(k) match

Mental Health Support Program

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, vision, dental & life ins. (k)

First-time homebuyers’ program

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Trilogy Health Services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to work under the direction of a Physical Therapist in a senior living setting. You will implement treatment plans, perform exercises and modalities, and monitor patient responses to ensure quality care.

The role requires an Associate Degree, current PTA licensure, and CPR certification (preferred). Travel up to 10% may be required as part of the position, with opportunities for growth and a strong patient-centered team

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Current PTA licensure or certification must be maintained.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% as required.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including exercises and modalities.
• Observes patient responses, documents progress, and reports findings to the supervising PT.
• Maintains up-to-date documentation of patient progress and therapy responses.
• Provides patient and family instruction on exercises, safety, and home progress.
• Supports Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Job description

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY

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.

POSITION OVERVIEW

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%)

LOCATION

US-KY-La Grange

The Springs at Oldham Reserve

2000 East Peak Road

La Grange

KY

BENEFITS

• Competitive salaries and weekly pay
• 401(k) Company Match
• Mental Health Support Program
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, vision, dental & life insurance kick in on the first of the month after your start date
• First time homebuyers’ program
• HSA/FSA
• And so much more!

ABOUT TRILOGY HEALTH SERVICES

As one of Fortune’s Best Places to Work in Aging Services, a certified Great Place to Work, and one of Glassdoor’s Top 100 Best Companies to Work, Trilogy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to helping you reach your full potential and to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.