Physical Therapy Assistant

First Roles; Munster (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Orthopedic Specialists of Northwest Indiana, LLC in Munster, IN is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support physical therapists with hands-on outpatient therapy and positive patient outcomes. You will assist with assessments, treatments, and documentation while helping patients adapt to braces and mobility devices.

The role requires an Indiana PTA license and an associate degree from an accredited PTA program, with 1–2 years of outpatient therapy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Indiana PTA license
• 1–2 years of outpatient therapy experience preferred
• Graduate from an accredited PTA program and licensed in Indiana

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in outpatient procedures and treatment
• Collect progress data (ROM, girth, strength) and report to the PT
• Fit and train patients on braces and assistive devices
• Provide orientation to new staff and assist with clerical duties
• Maintain clean and organized clinic environment and document timely

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited PTA program

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant

Orthopedic Specialists of Northwest Indiana, LLC

Munster, Indiana

$48,255 per year - estimated?

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, your primary role is to provide high quality, hands-on therapy, and positive outcome-based patient care.

Qualifications

• An associate degree of Applied Science from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Experience preferred (1-2 years in outpatient therapy)
• Licensed in the state of Indiana

Responsibilities

• Work closely with, and assist, physical therapists in procedures and providing treatment to outpatients.
• Through observation and delivering therapy, compile data (i.e. taking ROM, girth and strength measurements) and report findings to the physical therapist, to assist in the summary of progress made by patients, along with progressing or modifying their plan of care.
• Fit patients for, adjust, and train them in the use and care of orthopedic braces and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs.
• Assist in orientation and instruction to new physical therapy assistants and physical therapy technicians.
• Perform light clerical duties such as answering phones, taking messages, and scheduling patients as needed.
• Must be flexible with hours in order to meet the needs of our working patients.
• Complete documentation in timely and proficient manner as required by insurance policies and procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service consistent with the company policy.
• Maintain a clean, functional work environment, including but not limited to: sanitizing tables/equipment, putting away equipment after use, and maintaining office equipment as needed to help with the flow of the clinic.
• Assist in orientation and instruction to new physical therapy assistants and physical therapy technicians.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
• Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)