Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

About the Role

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), under the direction of a Physical Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, electrical stimulation).
• Observe patient responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings and any concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy and their progress.
• Provide instructions to patients and their families on exercise techniques, safety precautions, and strategies to support continued progress at home.
• Support Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification (preferred).
• Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
• 0-1 years of experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and weekly pay.
• 401(k) company match.
• Mental Health Support Program.
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement.
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance starting on the first day of the month following your start date.
• First-time homebuyers’ program.
• HSA/FSA options.

Location

The Oaks at Bethesda
2971 Maple Avenue
Zanesville, OH

State law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment for this position.