Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

NuThera is hiring a Nevada-licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join its outpatient physical therapy team at the Rainbow clinic in Las Vegas. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, the PTA will support orthopedic, functional rehabilitation, and workers' compensation care. The exact schedule will be discussed with qualified applicants. Responsibilities Carry out treatment interventions from the supervising physical therapist's plan of care and within the PTA scope of practice. Guide patients through therapeutic exercise, stretching, gait and balance training, and the safe use of rehabilitation equipment. Observe patients before, during, and after treatment; document their response and report progress to the supervising physical therapist. Provide patient education and reinforce assigned home activities as directed by the physical therapist. Coordinate with physical therapists, medical providers, and support staff while completing timely, accurate treatment documentation. Required Active Nevada Physical Therapist Assistant license. Completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant education program. Ability to work under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Accurate clinical documentation and clear patient communication. Ability to perform clinic-based, direct patient care. Preferred Outpatient orthopedic or work-injury rehabilitation experience. Workers' Compensation or OWCP experience is helpful, but not required. Experience with gait and balance training, manual techniques, or post-surgical rehabilitation. Compensation Depending on experience (DOE). What you get Work within an established multidisciplinary medical practice. Collaborate with licensed physical therapists, PTAs, medical providers, and a supportive administrative team. Treat orthopedic, functional rehabilitation, and workers' compensation patients. Clinic-based position during standard weekday clinic hours; the exact schedule is discussed during the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr NuThera