Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist AssistantPart Time, First ShiftThe Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will treat patients, maintain communication with doctors and other health personnel, supervise aides, volunteers, support staff, and students under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist in compliance with the Kentucky State Board of Physical Therapy Practice Act.Job Duties:Provide services to improve functional independence and/or reduce pain such as therapeutic procedures/exercises or activities to promote ROM, strength, coordination, balance, functional mobility (bed mobility, transfers, floor transfers), ADL training, gait training, balance and vestibular training, education, and use of assistive devices.Completes documentation for treatment notes and D/C summaries in a timely manner.Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending discharge disposition and assistive equipment needs.Requirements:Associates in a Physical Therapist Assistant ProgramEligible for a temporary license or Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Kentucky Board of Physical TherapyPreferred Requirements:Acute CareBenefits:Tuition Assistance reimbursement programPaid Time Off available for use upon hireCompany paid Maternity and Paternity LeaveBereavement Leave (includes pets)Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement plans with company matchBaptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.