Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Healthpro Heritage, LLC•Monroe, LA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to provide vacation and sick-time coverage at a 100-bed facility in Monroe, Louisiana. The facility offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The role involves assisting with treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists and providing direct patient care. The position requires an associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program and valid Louisiana licensure, or eligibility for licensure. The posting highlights a supportive, collaborative culture, professional growth opportunities, and competitive compensation and benefits.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligibility; the overview specifies Louisiana licensure.
Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
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 about treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
Document treatments, progress, and patient responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate patient care and support effective treatment outcomes.