Physical Therapy Assistant

Indiana Fitness Works; Winchester (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for benefits after waiting period

Job summary

A regional fitness organization is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to work in Winchester, Indiana. The role involves conducting treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, maintaining documentation, and effective communication with the rehab team. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited PTA program and demonstrate a commitment to continuing education. The position requires COVID-19 vaccination or a valid exemption. Full-time employees may also be eligible for benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess evidence of interest in continuing education within the profession.
• Ability to lift various weights and handle patients effectively.
• Comprehensive communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct treatment plans as established by PT under supervision of PT.
• Communicate with PT and rehab team regarding patients' treatment.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records and treatment documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Interest in continuing education

Clinical treatment skills

Education

Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant at Indiana Fitness Works in Portland, Indiana at Persimmon Ridge.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. The program must be accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Display evidence of interest in continuing education within the profession.
• PTA reports directly to immediate supervisory PT.

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 10 lbs overhead occasionally.
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to knuckle occasionally.
• Lift up to 25 lbs from knuckle to shoulder occasionally.
• Pivot transfer up to 150 lbs occasionally.
• Carry up to 50 lbs, 200 ft frequently.
• Push/pull 75 lbs, 100 ft frequently.
• Fine hand manipulation, bilaterally continuously.
• Heavy grasp, bilaterally frequently.
• Visually acuity connect to 20/20.
• Tactile discrimination.
• Stand up to 2 hours frequently.
• Comprehensible verbal communication skills continuously.
• Drive up to 2 hours.
• Legible written communication continuously.
• Squat, stoop, or kneel up to 15 minutes occasionally.
• Sit up to 2 hours occasionally.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and medical preparations.

Duties

• Conduct treatment plans as established by PT under supervision of PT.
• Communicate with PT, rehab team members, and/or referring physician regarding patients treatment program.
• Maintain weekly objective progress notes, following documentation guidelines.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records.
• Complete daily time logs, modality sheets, Medicare logs, change slips and any other required paperwork.
• Supervise supportive staff in clerical and transporting duties as assigned.
• Must follow all established policies and procedures of the company.
• Communicate the Physical Therapist's designed plan of care to physician. The assistant will also take a telephone order from the physician to certify that plan of care or change the plan of care. The telephone order will then be co-signed by the supervising therapist.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, or have a Medical or Religious Exemption to be employed by Indiana Fitness Works.

Benefits

Full‑time employees may be eligible for benefits. Waiting period will apply.