Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA

Legacy Healthcare LLC; Independence (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tuition reimbursement

Internal growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

401K with employer match

Employee concierge program

And more!

Job summary

Legacy Healthcare is seeking a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our skilled nursing team in Independence, IA. You will support the Physical Therapist by helping design, implement, and deliver customized therapy programs to assist residents in reaching their rehabilitation goals.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree from an accredited PTA program with an Iowa PTA certificate and demonstrates patient-centered care, attention to safety, and a collaborative spirit in a

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Unencumbered Iowa PTA certificate.
• One year of PTA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist with the design, implementation and delivery of customized physical therapy programs.
• Serve as the front line of the Therapy Department to support residents’ therapy goals.
• Ensure residents’ safety and comfort during therapy sessions.

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Iowa PTA certificate

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding career in Skilled Nursing? We are currently searching for Physical Therapy Assistant’s, PTA’s, to join our friendly, caring and supportive team.

Legacy Healthcare is rapidly growing and our team is looking to invest in PTA’s by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed.

We offer great benefits including:

• Competitive wages.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• 401K with employer match.
• Employee concierge program.
• And more!

As a PTA you are the front line of the Therapy Department. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at Legacy Healthcare by assisting the Physical Therapist with the design, implementation, and delivery of customized physical therapy programs to assist residents meet their therapy goals. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they are comfortable and safe.

To be eligible for consideration applicants should have:

As a minimum, an associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program and an unencumbered State of Iowa PTA certificate. One (1) year of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferable but we are willing to invest in the right candidate!

If you are a PTA who gets satisfaction from knowing they made a difference, stop in to learn more and get your career started.

Legacy Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Legacy Healthcare never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.