Physical Therapy Assistant - Physical Therapy - Kings Hwy

Ochsner Health System; Werner Park (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant located in Werner Park, Louisiana. The role involves delivering direct patient care as assigned by a licensed Physical Therapist and maintaining patient records. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s degree and appropriate licensure. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

This position requires lifting, walking, and standing at a production-rate pace and is on-site only.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Louisiana or eligibility for licensure.
• No required work experience.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Communicate and document changes in patient status.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards.
• Achieve established productivity levels.
• Educate and train others within the discipline.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Proficiency in using computers and software

Strong organizational skills

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program

Job description

Overview

This position provides routine physical therapy treatment as assigned and planned by a licensed Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant delivers direct patient care after the patient has been evaluated by a licensed Physical Therapist, documents progress, and communicates changes to the supervising therapist.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Communicate and document changes in patient status and inform the therapist of reassessments.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies and procedures.
• Participate in staff and committee projects.
• Achieve established productivity levels set by administration.
• Educate and train others within the discipline.
• Adapt communication and behavior to meet the needs of the patient population, respecting privacy and consent.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• No required work experience.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present information clearly and professionally to various levels of individuals.
• Strong organizational skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in using computers and related electronic medical record systems.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational aptitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability to diverse patient populations.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Physical demands include the occasional lifting of more than 100 pounds (heavy work) and frequent lifting over 50 pounds. The position requires walking, standing, pushing, and pulling at a production‑rate pace. The job exposes the incumbent to blood, body fluids, tissues, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste. The incumbent works in clinical settings that require compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and safeguards patient privacy and safety.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Remote Work Eligibility

Individuals residing in Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. are not eligible for remote work. The position may be on‑site only.