PRN PTA: Senior Living Rehab Therapist

Healthpro Heritage, LLC; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage in Covington, LA is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to support spikes in census, vacations, and other peaks. This role offers flexibility in a beautiful 213-bed community that provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care.

You will collaborate with Physical Therapists and care teams to implement treatment plans, document progress, and educate patients and families. A PTA license is required or permit eligible; associate degree is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Skills

Assessment skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Tools

EHR systems

Therapy equipment

Diagnostic tools

Medical software

Job description

HealthPro Heritage in Covington, LA is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to support spikes in census, vacations, and other peaks. This role offers flexibility in a beautiful 213-bed community that provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care.

You will collaborate with Physical Therapists and care teams to implement treatment plans, document progress, and educate patients and families. A PTA license is required or permit eligible; associate degree is required.