Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Healthpro Heritage, LLC•Baton Rouge, LA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage has a great part-time Physical Therapist Assistant Opportunity in East Baton Rouge, LA. The setting is a beautiful and highly rated 136-bed Skilled Nursing facility. The role requires part-time hours (20-30 hours per week) with compensation of $34-$37 per hour. The company is open to PRN and offers flexible scheduling and a great management team. The facility includes many common areas like living rooms, dining areas, a library, and a chapel. HealthPro Heritage is a purpose-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions, offering continuous learning and development, a supportive collaborative culture, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, they provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics, valuing skills and input to make a meaningful difference in the community.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.