Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Long-Term Care
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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Long-Term Care
LP Therapy
LP Therapy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide patient-centered therapy services in a Long-Term Care setting under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
Responsibilities: carry out established plans of care; administer therapeutic exercises and modalities; assist patients with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and daily living activities; monitor and report patient progress to the Physical Therapist; fit and train patients on assistive devices; complete timely and accurate Medicare and facility documentation; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams; support patient satisfaction, quality outcomes, and productivity standards.
Qualifications: Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant; current state PTA license; LTC experience preferred; knowledge of Medicare documentation; strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
Work Environment: LTC facility; physical demands consistent with therapy services, including lifting and mobility assistance.
Join LP Therapy and help improve patient mobility, independence, and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide patient-centered therapy services in a long-term care setting by administering therapeutic exercises and modalities. They are responsible for monitoring patient progress, documenting care according to Medicare standards, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and possess a current state PTA license. Previous experience in a long-term care setting and knowledge of Medicare documentation are preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
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Physical Therapist Career Context
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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