Physical Therapy Assistant: Patient-Centric Care & Growth

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide routine PT treatments under supervision. You will document patient progress and collaborate with licensed therapists, maintaining accurate records and ensuring privacy and care standards. Travel between facilities is required.

A PTA license or eligibility and BLS certification are essential. Strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to educate others within the discipline are valued.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current PTA license in state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy treatments as prescribed under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Documents changes in patient status and informs the supervising therapist.
• Maintains patient records per documentation standards.
• Participates in staff and committee projects.
• Meets established productivity levels set by administration.
• Educates and trains others within discipline.
• Adapts communication to patient populations while respecting privacy.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Travel between facilities

Computers & software

Education

Associate's degree (PTA)

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide routine PT treatments under supervision. You will document patient progress and collaborate with licensed therapists, maintaining accurate records and ensuring privacy and care standards. Travel between facilities is required.

A PTA license or eligibility and BLS certification are essential. Strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to educate others within the discipline are valued.