Certified Physical Therapy Assistant Job at Wendell Foster, Owensboro, KY

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  • Wendell Foster
  • Owensboro, KY

Job Description

2025, 2024 & 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!

Wendell Foster is seeking a compassionate and energetic Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Outpatient Services team of #DifferenceMakers!

As a Physical Therapist Assistant at Wendell Foster, you'll work alongside our Physical Therapists to help children and adults with disabilities improve mobility, increase independence, and achieve their personal goals through high-quality, person-centered therapy services.

What matters to you:

  • Competitive salary

  • Sign-on Bonus

  • 8 paid holidays each year

  • Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month after 60 days, plus pet benefits

  • 403(b) retirement plan with an automatic 2% company contribution plus company match up to 3% after one year of employment and 1,000 hours worked

  • One-time annual salary life insurance coverage at no cost to you

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available at no cost for employees and their immediate family members

  • Tuition reimbursement program

  • On-the-job training and professional development opportunities

  • Employee recognition giveaways throughout the year

  • Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, allowing eligible employees the opportunity to pursue federal student loan forgiveness

What matters to us:

  • Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

  • Current Kentucky Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing

  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred

  • Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record

  • Current First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification (training provided)

  • Knowledge of physical therapy principles, treatment techniques, and therapeutic equipment

  • Intermediate computer skills and the ability to learn specialized software

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with Physical Therapists, interdisciplinary team members, individuals served, and their families

  • Passion for helping individuals maximize independence and improve quality of life

What you'll do:

  • Provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist

  • Implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve mobility, strength, function, and independence

  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver exceptional, person-centered care

  • Monitor client progress and communicate updates to the supervising Physical Therapist

  • Complete accurate documentation and billing in accordance with Kentucky regulations and organizational standards

  • Meet established productivity and quality goals

  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and departmental meetings

  • Provide education and training to individuals, families, caregivers, and staff as needed

  • Serve as a liaison with families, staff, and community partners to promote therapy services

  • Assist with departmental needs and perform other duties that support Wendell Foster's mission

Join a team that's making a difference every day. Apply today and become one of our #DifferenceMakers!

Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee and every individual we serve is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Relocation package

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