What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at W3Global?
Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Location: Casper, WY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
A well-established healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support patient care in a home-based setting. This role plays a key part in helping patients improve mobility, manage pain, and enhance overall quality of life in the comfort of their homes.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Casper, WY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
A well-established healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support patient care in a home-based setting. This role plays a key part in helping patients improve mobility, manage pain, and enhance overall quality of life in the comfort of their homes.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer physical therapy treatment plans as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Provide non-complex therapeutic treatments including active and passive exercises, massage, traction, and modalities such as heat, cold, light, water, and electrical therapy.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care (daily, weekly, and monthly reports).
- Participate in educational meetings and contribute to internal training sessions.
- Report any patient condition changes, equipment issues, or supply needs to appropriate leadership.
- Manage patient scheduling and assist with administrative/office tasks as needed.
- Follow infection control and universal precaution protocols during all patient interactions.
- Accept and perform clinical assignments within scope of training and competency.
- Support compliance with regulatory and payer requirements through proper documentation and communication.
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active state PTA license.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.
- Current CPR certification.
- Home health setting focused on senior care.
- Requires travel within the assigned service area.
- Collaborative, patient-centered team environment.