Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Trilogy Health Services•Wabash, IN

About The Position

Synchrony believes in setting its employees up for success by providing a personalized orientation to their work environment and ongoing team support. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), under the direction of a Physical Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards.

Requirements

Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification
Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program
0-1 years experience

Nice To Haves

Current valid CPR certification, preferred

Responsibilities

Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, electrical stimulation).
Observe patient responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings and any concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Provide instructions to patients and their families on exercise techniques, safety precautions, and strategies to support continued progress at home.
Support Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Other duties as assigned.