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Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab, Kokomo, IN, United States


Overview

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we provide an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even after your orientation period ends, the Synchrony team will always have your back.
Responsibilities

Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more!
Provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position\'s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.
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 progress, and report findings and any concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
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 interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Summary

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.
Licenses and Certifications

Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification
Current valid CPR certification, preferred
Qualifications

Education: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program
Experience: 0-1 years

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