Certified Physical Therapy Assistant

2025, 2024 & 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!

Wendell Foster is seeking a compassionate and energetic Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Outpatient Services team of #DifferenceMakers!

As a Physical Therapist Assistant at Wendell Foster, you'll work alongside our Physical Therapists to help children and adults with disabilities improve mobility, increase independence, and achieve their personal goals through high-quality, person-centered therapy services.

What matters to you:

• Competitive salary

• Sign-on Bonus

• 8 paid holidays each year

• Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month after 60 days, plus pet benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan with an automatic 2% company contribution plus company match up to 3% after one year of employment and 1,000 hours worked

• One-time annual salary life insurance coverage at no cost to you

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available at no cost for employees and their immediate family members

• Tuition reimbursement program

• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities

• Employee recognition giveaways throughout the year

• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, allowing eligible employees the opportunity to pursue federal student loan forgiveness

What matters to us:

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

• Current Kentucky Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred

• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record

• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification (training provided)

• Knowledge of physical therapy principles, treatment techniques, and therapeutic equipment

• Intermediate computer skills and the ability to learn specialized software

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with Physical Therapists, interdisciplinary team members, individuals served, and their families

• Passion for helping individuals maximize independence and improve quality of life

What you'll do:

• Provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist

• Implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve mobility, strength, function, and independence

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver exceptional, person-centered care

• Monitor client progress and communicate updates to the supervising Physical Therapist

• Complete accurate documentation and billing in accordance with Kentucky regulations and organizational standards

• Meet established productivity and quality goals

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and departmental meetings

• Provide education and training to individuals, families, caregivers, and staff as needed

• Serve as a liaison with families, staff, and community partners to promote therapy services

• Assist with departmental needs and perform other duties that support Wendell Foster's mission

Join a team that's making a difference every day. Apply today and become one of our #DifferenceMakers!

Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee and every individual we serve is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.