Physical Therapy Assistant

Oak Glen Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center; Lewisburg (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K retirement plan

Mentorship Programs

Job summary

Oak Glen Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Kentucky is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. The PTA will promote, facilitate, and maintain health and participation in life under a physician-approved plan of care, ensuring safety and effectiveness of service delivery.

The role requires an Associate’s degree from a CAPTE-accredited program and an active state PT license, plus current CPR and at least 1 year of SNF experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Active state Physical Therapy license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized therapy programs to restore, reinforce, and enhance patient performance.
• Identify need for and refer to other healthcare disciplines as necessary.
• Instruct, educate, and train patients and caregivers in essential skills for independence and quality of life.
• Supervise PTAs, provisional licensees, students, and support personnel per licensure requirements and standards.
• Develop personalized care plans using various treatment techniques.
• Provide quality, personalized, evidence-based care.
• Promote healthy lifestyles by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
• Continuously evaluate patient progress and communicate updates with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

CPR certification

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Associate’s degree (CAPTE-accredited)

Active state PT license

Job description

Oak Glen Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to work in a supportive environment,

Why Join Oak Glen Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?

• Work in a positive, collaborative environment.

• Be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care.

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• Competitive Wages

• Referral Bonuses

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Team Building Events, Employee Appreciation Activities

• Friendly Fun Competitions

• Milestone Luncheons / Gifts

• Mentorship Programs

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Pay

• Medical * Dental * Vision * Life * STD Insurances

• 401K retirement plan

Summary of Physical Therapist Assistant position

The PTA is responsible for promoting, facilitating, and maintaining health, well-being, and participation in life. This individual is responsible for all aspects of physical therapy assistant service delivery provided under a physician approved plan of care and accountable for the safety and effectiveness of the physical therapy assistant service delivery process.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

• Develop and implement individualized therapy programs to restore, reinforce, and enhance patient performance.

• Identify the need for and make referrals to other healthcare disciplines as necessary to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.

• Instruct, educate, and train patients and caregivers in skills and functions essential for promoting patient independence, improving quality of life, and diminishing or correcting pathology.

• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, provisional licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.

• Develop personalized care plans using a variety of treatment techniques.

• Provide quality, personalized, and evidence-based care using proven interventions.

• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyles by improving their strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.

• Continuously evaluate patient progress, monitor outcomes, and communicate updates effectively with the interdisciplinary team

Qualifications

Requirements of Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

• Associate's degree from a CAPTE-accredited program Active state Physical Therapy license in good standing

• Current CPR

• At least one (1) year experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred

• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities at once

• Ability to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of the position

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care