Physical Therapy Assistant: Rehab Support Specialist

Progressive Rehab Solutions; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Rehab Solutions in Houma, Louisiana, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role requires executing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and educating patients on mobility and assistive devices.

Qualified candidates must hold an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting and a current state PTA license. Experience in rehabilitation or long-term care settings is preferred. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to follow treatment directions.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting (PTA) from an accredited program is required.
• Current state PTA license required and must be maintained.
• Clinical experience in rehabilitation or long-term care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PT treatment plans for individuals and groups.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities as directed.
• Educate patients on mobility and assistive devices.
• Document treatment and patient response.
• Report changes to supervising PT.

Skills

Knowledge of therapy techniques and equipment

Ability to follow treatment directions

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting (PTA)

Current state PTA license

Job description

Progressive Rehab Solutions in Houma, Louisiana, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role requires executing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and educating patients on mobility and assistive devices.

Qualified candidates must hold an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting and a current state PTA license. Experience in rehabilitation or long-term care settings is preferred. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to follow treatment directions.