Physical Therapy Assistant

Pediatric Therapy, LLC; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Life & disability insurance

Professional liability insurance

Mentorship

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT) is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to support a diverse caseload of pediatric patients. You will work under physicians orders and a supervising physical therapist, delivering compassionate, individualized care in a lively, clinician-run environment.

We offer mentorship, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, life and disability insurance, and company-provided professional liability coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current, unrestricted license.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player with ability to work with other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients under physician orders and with supervising physical therapist.
• Prepare detailed documentation of treatment, duration, and progress toward outcomes identified in plan of care.
• Follow therapy plans to meet individual goals for a diverse pediatric population.
• Prepare therapy materials and adapt equipment to patient needs and abilities.
• Educate patients, parents, and caregivers.
• Report patient progress to family or medical professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Description

Making a difference and helping kids shine, one session at a time.

At Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT), we don't just offer therapy, we build brighter futures through compassionate, individualized care. As a therapist with APT, you'll be part of a dynamic, supportive team that puts kids and families first, all in a fun, energizing environment designed to help everyone thrive (including you!).

What Makes APT Different?

We do things differently, and it shows.

• Client-Focused Care = No cookie cutter plans
• Diverse Caseloads = Avoiding a "one-size-fits-all" approach
• Family-First Mindset = We care for the whole child
• Run by Clinicians = You're never just a number here, our therapists take pride in what they do

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Mentorship: Whether you are a new grad or an experienced therapist, APT provides top notch mentorship.
• Flexible Schedules: Because life outside of work matters, too!
• Amazing Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, life & disability insurance, company provided professional liability insurance - we've got you covered.
• Clinician Run Company: You'll be supported by people who get the work you do.

What you'll do

• Under physicians orders and in collaboration with supervising physical therapist, treat patients.
• Assist with preparing detailed documentation of treatment provided, length of treatment and progress toward outcomes identified in plan of care.
• Follow treatment and therapy plans recommended by physical therapist to suit the individual needs of a diverse population of patients including short- and long-term goals.
• Prepares therapy material and/or equipment for use in therapy activities; adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by patients needs and abilities.
• Help to educate patients, parents, and caregivers.
• Report patient progress and status to appropriate parties including family members, caregiver, or medical professional.

Requirements

What we are looking for:

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Hold an applicable and current, unrestricted license.
• Excellent communication skills: oral and written.
• An individual who thrives on being part of a team, working alongside other disciplines, as needed.

See why we are proud to work at APT:

Watch the Video:

https://youtu.be/pnW1r9wp5fs

More info available at:

http://www.kidtherapy.org/careers

Associates in Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.