Part-Time Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Examinetics is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our growing team! This is a part-time position located at our corporate office in Griffith, IN. This role focuses on proactive injury prevention, workplace performance optimization, and early musculoskeletal intervention within industrial and corporate work environments. You will work directly with employers and employees to reduce injury risk, improve movement efficiency, and support safe return-to-work strategies—making measurable impact at both the individual and organizational levels.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design individualized stretching and corrective exercise programs.
• Provide early intervention strategies for minor musculoskeletal complaints.
• Instruct employees on safe application of heat, ice, taping, and non-rigid bracing.
• Assist with post-offer employment testing and functional assessments.
• Conduct onsite ergonomic evaluations across manufacturing, industrial, and corporate settings.
• Perform job demand analysis, posture analysis, and video task analysis.
• Identify movement inefficiencies and injury risk factors.
• Recommend practical, evidence-based ergonomic and workflow improvements.
• Deliver hands-on training in lifting mechanics, pushing/pulling strategies, and material handling.
• Collaborate with safety teams to develop proactive injury prevention initiatives.
• Meet with clients to assess operational needs and support program planning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that elevate employee health and safety outcomes.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum two years of outpatient orthopedic experience.
• Has a strong orthopedic foundation and clinical reasoning skills.
• Enjoys problem-solving in dynamic, real-world environments.
• Is interested in career growth within ergonomics and occupational health.
• Experience or strong interest in ergonomics, injury prevention.
• Background in occupational health, athletic training, kinesiology, or exercise science preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in applicable state(s).
• CEAS, industrial ergonomics, or related certifications preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong musculoskeletal assessment, movement analysis, and orthopedic rehabilitation knowledge.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with employees, leadership, and diverse audiences.
• Ability to build professional relationships with clients, safety teams, and employees.
• Ability to work independently and manage time across multiple client sites.
• Strong clinical judgment, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to identify ergonomic risks and recommend practical, evidence-based solutions.
• Proficiency with documentation systems and basic technology tools.
• Proactive, prevention-focused mindset.

About Examinetics

Examinetics is the nation’s leading provider of occupational health solutions through onsite, near site, and technology platforms. Our comprehensive suite of occupational health services across the employee health lifecycle delivers strategic value to more than 3,500 clients in over 20,000 locations annually. Leading companies partner with Examinetics to achieve regulatory compliance, minimize productivity loss, and acquire vital data required for optimal health outcomes.

Non-Discrimination:

Examinetics is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.