Physical Therapist Assistant, Student Loan Assistance

Ernest Health, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Health Savings Account

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join a patient-centered care team.

Under supervision of a physical therapist, you will implement treatment plans, document patient responses, and contribute to a holistic rehabilitation program that includes occupational and speech therapies. This inpatient role emphasizes compassionate care and adherence to hospital standards.

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• BLS certification from an approved vendor.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans under a supervising physical therapist.
• Record patient responses and report outcomes to the supervising therapist.
• Align daily practice with the hospital’s mission and guiding principles.

Skills

PTA license

BLS Certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Full time - Lafayette, Indiana

Overview

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation hospital providing compassionate care to patients in Greater Lafayette and surrounding communities. We specialize in intensive rehabilitation for people overcoming strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, and complex orthopedic conditions. Our interdisciplinary rehab team - including therapists, nurses, and rehabilitation physicians – tailors comprehensive therapy programs for each patient, helping them relearn skills and gain strength through physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and innovative rehabilitation techniques. The hospital features modern amenities such as a large therapy gym, an indoor therapy pool, and transitional living spaces to practice daily activities, all designed to support a holistic recovery. Accredited and consistently praised for high patient satisfaction and outcomes, Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital fosters a positive, teamwork-driven culture where patients are empowered to achieve their rehabilitation goals in a warm and professional setting.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Benefits

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• BLS Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.