Physical Therapy Assistant - Rehabilitation

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and oversees physical therapy aides and technicians in performing treatment. Provides interventions under a physical therapist’s written plan of care, using standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate to each patient’s age and condition. Documents treatment interventions and coordinates activities of physical therapy aides, students, and other support personnel, including supervising PTA students completing clinical rotations.

The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work under minimal supervision in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. The position supports Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follows organizational policies and procedures; and acts consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability. Specific duties may vary by department, and additional related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy Assistant required upon hire.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification required within 90 days of employment in this position.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
• Perform therapy interventions using standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate for the patient’s age and condition.
• Document treatment interventions given.
• Coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students, and other support personnel.
• Supervise PTA students completing clinical rotations.
• Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; adhere to organizational policies and procedures and act consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree