Physical Therapy Assistant

Veterans Health Administration; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Monroe VA Clinic, part of Veterans Health Administration, is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant in the Physical Therapy Department of PM&RS. The PTA works in outpatient and inpatient care areas under supervision of a physical therapist.

Duties include adapting interventions, training in adaptive devices, documenting findings, and contributing to safe, evidence-based care. The role emphasizes patient identification accuracy, education, and participation in continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Modifies and adapts therapeutic interventions for simple and complex cases.
• Identifies and trains patients in the use of adaptive devices to promote independence.
• Plans and implements treatment programs under supervision of a physical therapist.
• Documents findings in patient records per PM&RS policies.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This position is located in the Physical Therapy Department of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service (PM&RS) in the Monroe VA Clinic in Monroe, Louisiana.

Key Responsibilities

The majority of duties and responsibilities of this position are carried out within the medical center's outpatient and inpatient care areas. Occasionally, the PTA may assist in other areas associated with the physical therapy section of PM&RS as directed by the Supervisory Physical Therapist.

Duties performed include, but are not limited to the following: Modifies and adapts therapeutic interventions for simple and complex cases with a wide range of diagnoses and disabilities. Identifies and trains patients in the use of adaptive devices to promote maximum independence. Receives and interprets requests or instructions for procedures from the physical therapist or physician.

Plans and implements specialized treatment programs, some of which are for patients with complex medical problems and applies physical therapy procedures to patients under the general supervision of a physical therapist. Employees may carry out or oversee the work of lower graded assistants to accommodate requests. Knowledge of evidence based physical therapy practice.

Utilizes physical therapy data collection and assessment techniques in order to perform specific interventions and to monitor and capture progress of the patient/client. Independently implements treatment plan using knowledge of techniques related to the patient's disability and needs.

Provides varied and multifaceted physical therapy interventions based on the established care plan (e.g., therapeutic exercise, balance, body mechanics, flexibility, strength, gait training, neuromotor development, physical agents, functional training, etc.). This is done in consultation with a Physical Therapist. Able to verbalize the importance of correct patient identification, and the consequences of identification errors.

Maintains a high level of competence through participation in continuing education programs. Assists with the supervision and training of student physical therapy assistants, volunteers, work students and other healthcare practitioners. Reads and interprets written communication. Documents findings appropriately in the patients' records according to Medical Center and PM&RS policies.

Utilizes complex therapeutic techniques and uses problem solving skills to maximize patient's functional status. Able to verbalize the importance of correct patient identification, and the consequences of identification errors. Maintains a safe work environment to include non-technical maintenance of equipment, safety checks, cleaning, stocking, etc. Develops safe work habits to prevent injury to patients, co-workers and self.

Reports to Lead Physical Therapist the need for equipment or items necessary for patient treatment. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, to include weekends and holidays as necessary for patient care (subject to change based on the needs of the facility). Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 00431F/ 00432F/ 00433F/00434F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $40736 – $72644/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-24.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.

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