Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

The Willows at Fritz Farm; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after first month

Dental benefits after first month

Vision benefits after first month

Student loan repayment after first 12–

401(k) match

Job summary

The Willows at Fritz Farm in Kentucky is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support Physical Therapists in providing patient-centered care. You will implement therapeutic plans, guide patients and families, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications include an accredited PTA program and current CPR certification. The role offers comprehensive benefits after the first month and a supportive team environment that values growth and

Qualifications

• Degree required: PTA from an accredited program.
• Current CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities.
• Observe patient responses, document progress, and report to supervising PT.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of patient responses and progress.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Observation skills

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant degree

CPR certification

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.

• 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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Qualifications

Job SummaryThe 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 CertificationsMust have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification Current valid CPR certification, preferred

QualificationsEducation: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited programExperience: 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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