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Choice Health at Home

Physical Therapist Assistant PRN PTA

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Kingfisher, OK (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$58,391 / year median in Oklahoma

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a critical role in supporting licensed physical therapists in delivering high-quality rehabilitative care to patients recovering from injury, surgery, or managing chronic conditions. This position involves implementing treatment plans designed by physical therapists, monitoring patient progress, and adjusting therapeutic activities to optimize recovery outcomes. The PTA works closely with patients to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function through therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and the use of specialized equipment. Effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team is essential to ensure coordinated care and patient education. Ultimately, the PTA contributes significantly to enhancing patients' quality of life by facilitating their return to daily activities and independence.

Responsibilities:

Assist physical therapists in executing individualized treatment plans for patients with various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. Conduct therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation under the supervision of a physical therapist. Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and any concerns to the supervising physical therapist. Educate patients and their families on exercises, proper use of assistive devices, and strategies to prevent injury or re-injury. Maintain a safe and clean treatment environment, ensuring all equipment is properly sanitized and in good working order. Requirements Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam. Valid Physical Therapy Assstant license Valid state driver's license 1 year of home health experience preferred AHA CPR certification Valid Driver's License Valid Auto Insurance HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred Physical Demands Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods. Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..