Therapeutic PT Assistant - Restore Mobility & Care

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to assist the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered rehabilitation services. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and participate in departmental development and education opportunities.

Under PT supervision, you will select techniques, monitor patient responses, and ensure safe, ethical care in alignment with APTA standards and LCMC Health policies.

Qualifications

• The PTA must be licensed in Louisiana and provide treatment under PT supervision.
• Experience with neurodevelopmental and orthopedic approaches is preferred.
• CPR/BLS and crisis prevention training are required or completed within onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents treatments directed by the supervising PT.
• Help design sessions and adapt plans to patient needs and family involvement.
• Document visits, coordinate with PT, and contribute to departmental development.

Skills

Neurodevelopmental therapy

Orthopedic therapy

Therapeutic exercise

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant – Louisiana

American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider

CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute

Tools

Goniometry

Manual Muscle Testing

Job description

LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to assist the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered rehabilitation services. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and participate in departmental development and education opportunities.

Under PT supervision, you will select techniques, monitor patient responses, and ensure safe, ethical care in alignment with APTA standards and LCMC Health policies.