Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy Assistant

Home of the Innocents•Louisville, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Home of the Innocents is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to deliver specialized physical therapy services to children and young adults at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCPCC). In this one-of-a-kind role, you’ll work with a medically complex pediatric population, collaborate with an expert interdisciplinary team, and help children reach their highest level of function and quality of life, every single day. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments to pediatric and young adult residents under the direction of the Lead Physical Therapist and in accordance with physician orders. You’ll collaborate with OT, Speech Therapy, the Wheelchair and Adaptive Equipment Manager, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver holistic, resident-centered rehabilitation and habilitation services.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree with successful completion of a Physical Therapist Assistant program
Board certification and current Kentucky PTA licensure
Basic computer skills and EHR documentation proficiency
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Pediatric or young adult PT experience — including clinical rotations or school placements — is valued; willingness to learn and grow in this specialty is equally welcomed
Experience in orthopedics, positioning, aquatic therapy, or adaptive equipment
Experience in long-term care or complex care settings

Responsibilities

Deliver physical therapy treatments — including gross motor development, gait training, range of motion, aquatic therapy, and positioning — per physician orders and individualized care plans
Collaborate with the Physical Therapist on initial and ongoing plans of care, assessment, and discharge planning
Partner with OT, Speech Therapy, and the Wheelchair and Adaptive Equipment team to ensure comprehensive, coordinated resident care
Assist with on- and off-site clinics and medical appointments to provide continuity of care for orthopedic issues, baclofen pumps, and other complex needs
Complete accurate daily progress notes and billing in the EMR; train caregivers and support new employee orientation on PT-related care
Maintain and manage therapeutic devices and adaptive equipment including AFOs, wheelchairs, and positioning devices