Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

The Lakes at Portage; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist in an interdisciplinary environment. You will implement treatment plans, monitor patient responses, and collaborate with a care team to support patient progress.

The position requires PTA licensure, CPR certification preferred, and 0–1 years of experience. Strong documentation, patient education, and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program
• Experience: 0-1 years
• Licenses and Certifications: Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification
• CPR certification: Current valid CPR certification, preferred

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

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

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.