Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Overview HealthPro Heritage has a great opportunity for a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA).

Need

PRN coverage in June, then 4 hours a week in general.

Location

• The Lafayette is a well-established independent living facility in Lexington, KY. Our team-oriented environment emphasizes compassionate care, strong clinical outcomes, and support for both residents and staff.
• Pay range: $35-$40/hr based on experience Active Kentucky PTA license Collaborative, supportive team Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
• Purpose-Driven
• Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
• Growth
• Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative
• Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to
• Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
• Competitive
• Benefits
• Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind! Join Us in Making a Difference At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can make a positive impact on lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications. Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.

Documentation

Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.

Collaboration

Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.

Licensure

• Valid state licensure as a
• Physical
• Therapist
• Assistant, or license eligible
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.