Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Description:

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

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Job Description:

A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of licensed physical therapists (PTs) to provide hands-on care to patients. Their role is critical in helping patients recover from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries that affect mobility and physical function. Below are the primary responsibilities of PTAs in a hospital setting:

• The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is responsible for the implementation of treatment programs for referred patients as developed by the Physical Therapist (PT).
  • Helping patients with mobility training, such as walking with assistive devices (e.g., crutches, walkers, or canes).
  • Applying therapeutic modalities, such as heat packs, cold therapy, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation, to reduce pain or improve circulation and healing.
• The PTA contributes to the development and the upgrading of treatment programs and protocols.
  • Monitoring Progress
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Collaborating with the Healthcare Team
• The PTA also contributes to the development and completion of departmental and organizational goals and objectives.

Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• New graduates accepted but experience is preferred
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky
• BLS Certification