Physical Therapy Assistant

Indiana Fitness Works; Gas City (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fitness center in Indiana is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support treatment plans and maintain documentation under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The ideal candidate must graduate from an accredited PTA program and exhibit a strong commitment to continuing education. Responsibilities include communicating treatment details with the rehab team and maintaining accurate records. A COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, or an exemption must be provided. Full-time employees may qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Display evidence of interest in continuing education.
• Good communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct treatment plans as established by PT under supervision.
• Communicate with PT and rehab team about treatment programs.
• Maintain accurate records and attendance.

Skills

Interest in continuing education

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Physical endurance

Education

Graduation from accredited PTA program

Job description

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant at Indiana Fitness Works in Portland, Indiana at Persimmon Ridge.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. The program must be accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Display evidence of interest in continuing education within the profession.
• PTA reports directly to immediate supervisory PT.

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 10 lbs overhead occasionally.
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to knuckle occasionally.
• Lift up to 25 lbs from knuckle to shoulder occasionally.
• Pivot transfer up to 150 lbs occasionally.
• Carry up to 50 lbs, 200 ft frequently.
• Push/pull 75 lbs, 100 ft frequently.
• Fine hand manipulation, bilaterally continuously.
• Heavy grasp, bilaterally frequently.
• Visually acuity connect to 20/20.
• Tactile discrimination.
• Stand up to 2 hours frequently.
• Comprehensible verbal communication skills continuously.
• Drive up to 2 hours.
• Legible written communication continuously.
• Squat, stoop, or kneel up to 15 minutes occasionally.
• Sit up to 2 hours occasionally.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and medical preparations.

Duties

• Conduct treatment plans as established by PT under supervision of PT.
• Communicate with PT, rehab team members, and/or referring physician regarding patients treatment program.
• Maintain weekly objective progress notes, following documentation guidelines.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records.
• Complete daily time logs, modality sheets, Medicare logs, change slips and any other required paperwork.
• Supervise supportive staff in clerical and transporting duties as assigned.
• Must follow all established policies and procedures of the company.
• Communicate the Physical Therapist's designed plan of care to physician. The assistant will also take a telephone order from the physician to certify that plan of care or change the plan of care. The telephone order will then be co-signed by the supervising therapist.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, or have a Medical or Religious Exemption to be employed by Indiana Fitness Works.

Benefits

Full‑time employees may be eligible for benefits. Waiting period will apply.