Physical Therapy Assistant, PRN

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Retirement savings account

Employee referral incentive program

Job summary

Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a part-time, PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. You will deliver prescribed therapeutic exercises, document progress, and educate patients on home exercises while coordinating with the care team.

This role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and Indiana PTA license, with 1–2 years of experience preferred; new grads welcome.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Active PTA license in the State of Indiana.
• 1–2 years in a clinical setting preferred (new grads welcome!).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to varying treatment loads and schedules.
• Team-oriented mindset with a passion for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and treatments as prescribed by the Physical Therapist.
• Document patient progress clearly and accurately using standardized assessments.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with the care team during treatment planning, discharge preparation, and daily huddles.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and accreditation readiness.
• Maintain therapy equipment and report any issues to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Patient care

Education

Graduate PTA program

Indiana PTA license

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description:

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – PRN

Location: Mishawaka, IN

Schedule: PRN, flexible hours including weekends for the inpatient/outpatient therapy department in Mishawaka.

Department: Rehabilitation Services

Join a dynamic rehab team where your hands-on care helps patients regain mobility, independence, and confidence.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and treatments as prescribed by the Physical Therapist.
• Document patient progress clearly and accurately using standardized assessments.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with the care team during treatment planning, discharge preparation, and daily huddles.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and accreditation readiness.
• Maintain therapy equipment and report any issues to ensure a safe environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Active PTA license in the State of Indiana
• 1–2 years in a clinical setting preferred (new grads welcome!)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to varying treatment loads and schedules
• Team-oriented mindset with a passion for patient care

What We Offer to PRN PTAs

• Daily Pay
• Retirement savings account
• Employee referral incentive program

Why Saint Joseph Health System?

At Saint Joseph, our values guide every decision we make. We’re committed to caring for every man, woman, and child who needs us—investing in technology, people, and capabilities that set the standard for quality care.

Our system includes:

• 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center
• 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center
• More than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states.

Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.