Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), ARU

Lifepoint Health®; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join the Kent Hospital inpatient rehabilitation team in Warwick, RI. You will implement individualized treatment plans under a supervising Physical Therapist and help patients regain function.

Requirements include an Associate's degree from a PTA program, current PTA license, CPR/BLS within 30 days, and rehab or acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from PTA program.
• Rehab or acute care experience preferred.
• Current PTA license in state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by a supervising Physical Therapist.
• Document all services rendered and educate patients and families about deficits and recovery strategies.
• Support discharge planning and advise on adaptive equipment and community resources.

Skills

Critical thinking

Judgment

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associate's degree PTA program

Job description

Facility Name: Kent Hospital

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Job Type: Fulltime, Nonexempt

Schedule: Acute Rehabilitation Unit, M-F, 8 hour shifts, 2 Holidays annually, Every 4th Weekend (Sat/Sun) rotation

• Med/Surg Cross Trained

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Inpatient Rehabilitation at Kent Hospital, located at 455 Toll Gate Road, Warwick, RI 02886, offers customized patient and family-focused rehabilitation treatment and education that emphasize each patient's unique strengths, abilities and preferences. Rehabilitative care begins with appropriate therapies that lead the patient to the greatest degree of function possible, with individualized therapy goals to prepare patients once again, to enter the world of independent living. Kent Hospital works with partners to provide an uninterrupted treatment path from inpatient rehabilitation to home care and outpatient rehabilitation. Every day, our dedicated team of rehabilitation and clinical experts help patients of all ages with all types of injuries and conditions feel stronger, more independent, and more confident than they ever thought possible.

How You'll Contribute

A dedicated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) responsible for implementing individualized treatment plans developed by a supervising Physical Therapist. This role involves applying appropriate therapeutic modalities, monitoring patient responses, and providing timely updates on progress or needed adjustments to treatment goals. The PTA documents all services rendered and educates patients and their families or caregivers about physical deficits and recovery strategies. Additional duties include supporting discharge planning, advising on adaptive equipment, and connecting patients to community support resources. Strong critical thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to perform effectively under pressure with minimal supervision are essential for success in this position.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑and‑long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have

• Associate's degree from a PTA program.
• Rehab or acute care experience preferred.
• Current PTA license in state of practice.
• CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Hourly range: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."\

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.