Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA )
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Job Description
Minden Medical Center is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care through rehabilitation services that help individuals regain functional independence. You’ll work under the direction of a Physical Therapist to carry out established plans of care and support safe progress toward mobility and comfort goals.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Deliver therapeutic exercise and therapeutic modalities as outlined in the plan of care
- Support pain management and functional training, including assistive devices and wheelchair mobility
- Complete accurate treatment documentation in the EMR/EHR
- Follow infection control, HIPAA compliance, and safety protocols
Required Qualifications/skills
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program; passed licensure exam
- Current, valid Louisiana PTA license; BLS Certification required
- Basic computer skills; therapy services knowledge
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to company locations
- Must pass required drug screen, physical, and background screening
Apply today to bring your skills to a team focused on safe, high-quality rehabilitation.
Your Benefits
We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, plus Life Insurance. You’ll also have access to a 401(k) and a Flexible Spending Account. Paid Time Off is included, along with a Competitive Salary.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver therapeutic exercises and modalities to help patients regain functional independence under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Maintain accurate treatment documentation in EMR/EHR systems while following safety and HIPAA protocols.
Requirements
Must be a graduate of an accredited PTA program with a valid Louisiana PTA license and BLS Certification. Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to pass drug, physical, and background screenings.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $81k (middle half $76k–$110k)25 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Louisiana index 88.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Louisiana | 198 active | 22,065 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) at Minden Medical Center a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
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