Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab in Lafayette, IN seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to deliver therapeutic interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The role requires a PTA license and CPR is preferred. You will implement treatment plans, document patient progress, and educate patients and families on home exercises.

Education: PTA degree from an accredited program; Experience: 0-1 years. Join a team focused on collaborative, interdisciplinary patient care and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• PTA delivers therapeutic interventions under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Must hold PTA licensure or certification in good standing.
• Current CPR certification preferred; maintain licensure.
• Education: PTA degree from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises and modalities.
• Observe patient responses and document progress for supervising PT.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of patient progress and therapy responses.
• Provide instructions to patients and families on exercises and safety precautions.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Manual therapy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

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.

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.

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.

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