PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Catherine Rehab Center; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for an inpatient rehabilitation unit in East Chicago, Indiana. The role focuses on adult neuro and orthopedic rehab, delivering direct patient care, and documenting progress in Epic/Net Health systems.

Schedule is day shift, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with one weekend per month, on a 13-week contract. Experience in inpatient rehab is preferred; Indiana PTA licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Current Indiana PTA license.
• Experience in inpatient rehab preferred, neuro/orthopedic focus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care and therapeutic interventions.
• Document patient progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation team and communicate with patients and families.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing education to enhance skills.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Job description

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant, Inpatient Rehabilitation (Day Shift) in East Chicago, Indiana.

Location

East Chicago, IN

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Full-time, Day Shift, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, with 1 weekend per month required.

Job Description

Join the team at RHB Center at St. Catherine in East Chicago, Indiana, where you will provide high-quality patient care in the inpatient rehabilitation unit. You will work with an adult patient population focusing on neuro and orthopedic conditions, utilizing appropriate therapies to support recovery.

This facility has 20 beds with a patient ratio of 5-6:1, and you will have access to modern equipment, utilizing Epic and Net Health for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care and therapeutic interventions.
• Document patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with the rehabilitation team and communicate effectively with patients and families.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing education to enhance clinical skills.

Required Experience

Must have a current PTA license in the state of Indiana. Experience in an inpatient rehab setting is preferred, particularly with neuro and orthopedic patient populations.

Certifications/Licensure

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Indiana is required.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.