Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Student loan repayment

401(k) match

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab in Lima, OH seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to contribute under the direction of a Physical Therapist. You will provide therapeutic interventions in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment, aligning with professional standards and licensure requirements.

Highlights include weekly pay and benefits after one month, plus opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team. A PTA license and CPR credentials are preferred to ensure quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have PTA degree and licensure or certification in PTA.
• CPR certification preferred and ongoing compliance required.
• Active state PTA license is required to practice.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities.
• Observe patient responses and document progress; report findings to the supervising PT.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of patient responses and progress.
• Provide instruction to patients and families on exercises and safety.
• Support PTs in evaluating patient needs and progress and provide observations.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Manual therapy

Observation

Documentation

Family instructions

Education

Degree in PTA program

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.

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