Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Type and Compensation

Full-time, PRN. Wage Range: $32 – $40 per hour.

• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
• Flexible scheduling – create your own work week
• Student loan repayment opportunities
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
• Life insurance
• Short/long‑term disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long‑term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short‑term, sub‑acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
• Diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post‑acute needs

The PTA – Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State with an active license in good standing throughout employment
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; must remain current during employment

• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e‑mail
• liaise with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post‑acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completing mandatory compliance training

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Maintain activity levels including sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completing mandatory compliance training.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.