Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), Rehabilitation, PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement package

Free gym memberships

Mental health services

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Little Rock seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to deliver patient care for rehabilitation. Under a Physical Therapist's supervision, you'll implement treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and educate families on care. An Associate's degree and a Physical Therapy Assistant license in KY are required. Join a team that values employee development and wellness, offering benefits like tuition assistance and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required.
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of KY.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under therapist supervision.
• Monitors patient's responses and communicates progress.
• Documents services and assists with discharge planning.
• 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.

Skills

Physical therapy

Patient education

Treatment plan implementation

Education

Associate's degree

Graduate of a program in discipline

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), Rehabilitation, PRN — Lifepoint Health. Location: 2 St Vincent Circle 6th Floor, Little Rock, AR 72205. Shift: PRN | As Needed | 0800-1700 | M-F and weekends.

How You'll Contribute

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain physical mobility/function.

• 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.

What We\'re Looking For

• Education: Associate\'s degree Required; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
• Licenses: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of KY
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)

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.

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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care