Traveling Physical Therapy Assistant | Diverse Care & Mobility

Ochsner Clinic Foundation; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide routine treatments and direct patient care under supervision. You will document progress and communicate with the licensed PT to ensure quality care.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program, current license or eligibility, and BLS certification. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current PTA license or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy treatments as prescribed under licensed PT supervision.
• Document patient progress daily and communicate changes to the supervising therapist.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards and policies.
• Participate in staff and committee projects; achieve productivity goals.
• Educate and train other staff within the discipline.
• Adapt communication and care to diverse patient populations.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel between facilities

Education

Associate’s degree in physical therapy assistant

Job description

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide routine treatments and direct patient care under supervision. You will document progress and communicate with the licensed PT to ensure quality care.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program, current license or eligibility, and BLS certification. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.