Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Trilogy Health Services, LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health and dental after first month

401(k) match

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Trilogy Health Services in Lexington, KY is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support therapy under a Physical Therapist in an interdisciplinary team. You will implement treatment plans, monitor patient responses, document progress, and educate patients and families on exercises and home safety.

An associate degree and a current PTA license are required; CPR certification is preferred. This role emphasizes compassionate care and collaboration to improve mobility and quality of life

Qualifications

• Associate degree required for PTA licensure.
• Current PTA license or certification in the relevant state.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including exercises and modalities.
• Observes patient responses and documents progress for supervision.
• Maintains up-to-date documentation of patient responses and progress.
• Provides instructions to patients and families on exercises and home safety.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Supports Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress.

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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-Lexington

The Willows at Citation

1376 Silver Springs Drive

Lexington

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.