Physical Therapy Assistant

Seacrest Behavioral Health; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health in New Albany, IN seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement patient treatment plans, instruct exercises, and educate patients to promote wellbeing.

You will follow state regulations under a licensed Physical Therapist, assist with gait and transfers, observe patient responses, and coordinate care with the healthcare team. Weekend availability and mobility tasks may be required.

Qualifications

• Current license or certification to practice physical therapy in the applicable state.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, or reliable transportation.
• Ability to work weekends and perform physical tasks like lifting and transfers.
• Preferred CPR certification and physical capability for mobility assistance.

Responsibilities

• Implement patient treatment plans under a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Instruct and assist patients with exercises, gait, transfers, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Coordinate care with team members and educate patients, families, and caregivers within scope.
• Adapt to diverse home environments, ensuring quality care regardless of patient background.

Skills

PTA license

Driver's license

Weekend availability

Mobility assistance

CPR certification (preferred)

Job description

Role: Physical Therapist Assistant responsible for implementing patient treatment plans, providing exercise instruction, and patient education to enhance well-being.

Key Duties

• Follow state laws and supervise treatment under a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Instruct and assist patients with exercises, gait, transfers, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Coordinate care with team members and educate patients, families, and caregivers within scope.
• Adapt to diverse home environments, ensuring quality care regardless of patient background.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current license or certification to practice physical therapy in the applicable state.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, or reliable transportation.
• Ability to work weekends and perform physical tasks like lifting and transfers.
• Preferred CPR certification and physical capability for mobility assistance.

This role offers competitive pay, performance recognition, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment dedicated to equitable and quality care.