Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) PRN

Lifepoint Health • Howard, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

HSHS Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is a new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility scheduled to open in 2026. The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) works under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist and as directed by a licensed physician, providing care to assigned patients. The PTA delivers physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures specified in a treatment plan established by a Physical Therapist to restore function and prevent disability following illness or injury. Work is performed according to hospital and departmental policies and the applicable State Practice Act, while maintaining high-quality patient care.

Under the supervising PT’s guidance, the PTA gathers relevant information and implements a comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities, reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs, and identifies equipment and discharge needs. The PTA observes precautions related to a patient’s injury or diagnosis, prepares patients for treatment as needed, provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations, documents care, communicates and collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders, and applies physical agents, therapeutic exercises, and gait-training activities outlined in the patient’s plan of care. The PTA progresses patients appropriately when deemed necessary by the PT.

Requirements

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Current BLS/CPR card.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the care of patients.

Responsibilities

• Gather pertinent patient information and implement a comprehensive treatment program under the supervising Physical Therapist’s guidance.
• Review and modify treatment in response to changing patient needs and identify equipment and discharge needs.
• Observe the patient’s injury or diagnosis and take necessary precautions.
• Assist patients with preparation for treatment or modalities as needed.
• Provide treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and complete supporting documentation in accordance with hospital policy and the State Practice Act.
• Communicate and collaborate with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT.
• Apply physical agents, therapeutic exercises, and gait-training activities specified by the licensed PT in the patient’s plan of care.
• Progress patients appropriately when deemed necessary by the PT.

Benefits

• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the team opening a brand-new hospital with cutting-edge technology.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed