Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab in Lafayette, IN seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to work under the direction of a Physical Therapist within an interdisciplinary team. You will implement treatment plans, guide therapeutic exercises, and document patient progress to support ongoing care.

You will observe patient responses, communicate findings to the supervising PT, and provide home-exercise instructions. Certification/licensure to practice as PTA is required; 0–1 years experience accepted.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
• Must have and maintain a current PTA licensure in the state of practice.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (heat, cold, electrical stimulation).
• Observe patient responses to therapy, document progress, and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy and progress.
• Provide instructions to patients and families on exercises, safety, and home progress strategies.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Patient education

Documentation

Education

PTA degree

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.

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.
• Other duties as assigned.