Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab; Radcliff (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after the first month

Student loan repayment

Competitive 401(k) match

Weekly pay

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Radcliff, Kentucky. As part of an interdisciplinary team, you will implement treatment plans, document patient progress, and collaborate with Physical Therapists to ensure comprehensive care for patients.

This position requires a degree from an accredited PTA program and a current state licensure. The benefits include weekly pay, health and dental coverage, and a competitive 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in a related role.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists including various therapy techniques.
• Document patient's responses to therapy and report findings to supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide instructions on exercise techniques and safety precautions.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Observational skills

Collaboration

Instructional skills

Education

Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited 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.

Qualifications

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.

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.