Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

About the role

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to work in an acute rehabilitation unit at UK King's Daughter Medical Center in Ashland, KY. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial protection, and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team providing quality, compassionate care in a secure setting
• Implement the patient's Care Plan for rehabilitation under the supervision of the Physical Therapist
• Help mentally and/or physically impaired patients to participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards, and applicable state/federal laws

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA program culminating in an associate degree
• Current state licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA or equivalent in the states where services are rendered
• CPR certification (when required)

Qualifications

None specified

Skills

None specified

Benefits

Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Varies

How to Apply

N/A