Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Health Here · Indianapolis, IN · 3 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Support patient recovery under a Physical Therapist's supervision by implementing treatment plans, assisting with therapeutic exercises, modalities, and daily activities.
- Document progress and educate patients and caregivers.
- Ensure safety and cleanliness.
- Collaborate with healthcare team.
- Participate in discharge planning.
Qualifications
- Valid PTA license.
- Current BLS certification.
- PREFERRED: Graduate from an accredited program, experience or new grads, and additional certifications.
Skills & Abilities
- Critical thinking.
- Excellent communication.
- Physical ability to assist with equipment and patient movements.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Technical skills for manipulation and equipment use.
- Mental resilience for working under pressure.
- Sensory acuity.
Key Duties
- Set up therapy areas.
- Guide and assist patients.
- Monitor and record progress.
- Instruct on home exercises.
- Coordinate with team.
- Maintain safety standards.
- Engage in professional development.