Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

Vetted Solutions; White Hall (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support a supervising Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered care. You will assist with exercises, gait training, ADLs, and patient education while ensuring safety across home environments.

Role emphasizes documentation, reporting patient progress to the healthcare team, and collaboration to promote equitable, quality care delivery in a growth-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold current license, registration, or certification eligible in the state of practice.
• Valid driver license, vehicle insurance, or access to reliable transportation.
• Availability for weekend rotations.
• Preferred: CPR certification and ability to assist with patient mobility tasks.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to state laws and perform procedures within qualifications, reporting patient responses to the supervising PT.
• Assist patients with active/passive exercises, gait, ADL, transfers, and prosthetic training as directed.
• Observe, document, and communicate patient progress and condition to healthcare team members.

Skills

PTA license eligibility

Valid driver license

Weekend rotations

Patient mobility assistance

Job description

Role Overview:

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides treatment, exercise instruction, and patient education to enhance patient well-being, following a plan of care established by a supervising Physical Therapist.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to state laws and only perform procedures within their qualifications, reporting patient responses and changes to the supervising PT.
• Assist patients with active/passive exercises, gait, functional activities, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, document, and communicate patient progress and condition to healthcare team members.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, and team members on therapy techniques within scope.
• Operate effectively across diverse home environments, respecting all clients regardless of background.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current license, registration, or certification eligible in the state of practice.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, or access to reliable transportation.
• Availability for weekend rotations.
• Preferred: CPR certification and physical ability for patient mobility tasks.

The role offers competitive compensation based on productivity and experience, along with benefits such as health coverage, recognition programs, and retirement plans. The position emphasizes a caring, connecting, and growth-oriented culture, promoting equitable and quality care delivery.