Lifepoint Health·Lancaster, Pennsylvania
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to restore function and improve mobility. Responsibilities include administering interventions, monitoring patient progress, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 59-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.
Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey.
We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.
Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.
Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to hold Joint Commission Certification, with specialty Stroke and Brain Injury Certification and programs.
Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital is also CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) Certified, holding quality and outcomes to the highest degree.
How you'll contribute: The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, assisting in restoring function and improving mobility.
Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other duties as assigned Qualifications and requirements Education: Associate’s degree from a PTA program.
Rehab or acute care experience preferred.
Current PTA license in state of practice.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must possess an Associate's degree from a PTA program and a current state PTA license. CPR certification is required, and experience in rehab or acute care is preferred.
Market context
Physical Therapy Assistant roles in Pennsylvania are commonly tied to outpatient, home health, and senior-care settings, where employers look for licensed PTAs who can support patient mobility and treatment plans. These openings can be competitive because the role requires an APTA-approved PTA education, a valid Pennsylvania PTA license, a driver’s license, and experience with frail or elderly patients is highly preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your license status and geriatric experience before applying.