Physical Therapy Assistant, (PTA) PRN Acute Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join the Powers Health Rehabilitation Health Center on a PRN schedule in Indiana. The role focuses on implementing treatment plans, monitoring progress, documenting outcomes, and educating patients and families to support overall recovery.

Qualified candidates hold an IN-licensed PTA credential, an Associate's degree, and a Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree required.
• Licenses: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of IN.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan. Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Assists with patient discharge planning. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Facility Name: Powers Health Rehabilitation Health Center
Schedule: PRN

At Lifepoint Rehabilitation, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Physical Therapist Assistant 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.

How you'll contribute

• Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan. Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Assists with patient discharge planning. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.

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:

• 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.

Qualifications and requirements

• Education: Associate's degree Required; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required

• Licenses: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of IN

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Requires critical thinking skill, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

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.