PTA: Hands-On Therapy, Growth & Benefits

The Springs at Lafayette; Chalmers (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) Company Match

Mental Health Support Program

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, vision, dental & life ins.

Job summary

Synchrony in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under a Physical Therapist and provide therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment. You will implement treatment plans, monitor patient responses, document progress, and educate patients and families on exercises and safety.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team and adherence to professional standards, with benefits such as weekly pay and coverage starting early in employment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
• Current state PTA licensure or certification.
• CPR certification preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in PTA role.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities.
• Observe patient responses to therapy, document progress, and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy and progress.
• Provide instructions to patients and families on exercise techniques and safety precautions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Observation & documentation

Team collaboration

Exercise instruction

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant degree

Job description

Synchrony in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under a Physical Therapist and provide therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment. You will implement treatment plans, monitor patient responses, document progress, and educate patients and families on exercises and safety.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team and adherence to professional standards, with benefits such as weekly pay and coverage starting early in employment.