Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health®; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Well-being Programs

Career Advancement

Job summary

Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our inpatient rehabilitation team in Lancaster County. You will assist the supervising PT with therapy interventions, patient mobility, and exercise programs, while ensuring safety and accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program, an active PTA license in the state, and CPR certification. Rehab or acute care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Rehab or acute care experience is preferred.
• Current PTA license in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
• Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Associate's degree PTA

PTA license in state

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital is a state‑of‑the‑art, 59‑bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.

Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment throughout the recovery journey, customized for stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

How You’ll Contribute

• Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
• Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Rehab or acute care experience preferred.
• Current PTA license in the state of practice.
• CPR certification required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (tailored to part‑time and PRN employees).
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; paid family leave and paid time off.
• Tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Well‑being programs including free gym membership, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Connect with a Recruiter

Please contact Lauren Frey by emailing [e-mail].

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.