Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA), Acute Rehab

Lifepoint Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) with company match

Free gym membership

Mental health services

Discount programs

Career development

Job summary

Southern Ohio Medical Center in Kentucky is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) for the Acute Rehab Unit on a PRN basis. You will implement treatment plans, monitor patient responses, and educate patients and families regarding deficits and progress.

Requires an Associate's degree and KY PTA license, plus BLS; Lifepoint Rehabilitation supports ongoing learning and development, with career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• KY PTA licensure required.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to think critically and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient responses and progress.
• Communicates patient progress to the supervising therapist.
• Documents services and patient responses.
• Educates patient and family about deficits.
• Assists with discharge planning.
• Advises on adaptive equipment and community resources.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent work

Stress management

Education

Associate's degree

KY PTA license

BLS certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)-Acute Rehab Unit

Southern Ohio Medical Center-Vanceburg

PRN / Varies

Your experience matters

At Lifepoint Rehabilitation, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As the Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) who excels in this role:

• Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan.
• Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Assists with patient discharge planning.
• Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We Are Looking For

• Associate's degree Required

• Graduate of a Program in Discipline
• Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of KY
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

About us

Southern Ohio Medical Center is a 21-bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.