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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health·Ashland, Kentucky

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 21 days ago
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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 17 similar openings in the Ashland area
  • 4 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

The Physical Therapy Assistant will administer physical therapy interventions and assist patients with mobility and exercise routines as directed by a supervising PT. They are also responsible for monitoring patient progress, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring a safe environment for treatment.

Facility Name

  • UK
  • King's
  • Daughter
  • Medical
  • Center
  • Setting:
  • Acute
  • Rehabilitation
  • Unit
  • FTE:
  • Full-
  • Time
  • City/State: Ashland, KY

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country.

We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness.

Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient’s unique needs, and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery.

Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve.

If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Your experience matters

Providence Swedish Rehabilitation Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute

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.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.

Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for • Education

Associate’s degree from a PTA program.

Experience: Rehab or acute care experience preferred. Inpatient or SNF experience preferred.

License: Current PTA license in state of practice.

Certifications: CPR certification required.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

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.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program and possess a current PTA license in the state of practice. Additionally, a CPR certification is required, and experience in rehab, acute care, or skilled nursing facilities is preferred.

  • associate degree
  • Patient-centered care
  • Safety compliance
  • Patient monitoring
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Clinical documentation
  • Rehabilitation therapy
  • Acute rehabilitation
  • Physical therapy interventions
  • Exercise routines

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Medical coverage
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Company match
  • Loan assistance
  • 401(k) retirement package
  • Mental wellness programs
  • Physical wellness programs
  • Free gym memberships
  • Virtual care appointments
  • Mental health services
  • Discount programs
  • Paid family leave
  • Accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Critical illness insurance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Ashland, Kentucky
Posted
Aug 19, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Lifepoint Health

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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