Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA), Outpatient

Schedule: PRN | Varies 
Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) - Outpatient 

Who We Are: 

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Fleming County Hospital is an Outpatient Facility with a reputation for continuous quality improvement, patient-centered care, payment innovation, and professionalism. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and recently received Chest Pain Accreditation through the American College of Cardiology.  

Where We Are: 

Flemingsburg is a delightful town and great place to live! It is surrounded by beautiful rolling farmland with three lovely old wooden covered bridges. Antique shops, folk artists, and talented crafts persons complete the picture of life at an enjoyable pace. Golf, fishing, camping, swimming, tennis, hiking, hunting, and boating are all available.  

Why Choose 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 paid time off. 

  • 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. 

Position Summary:  

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA), provides physical therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain physical mobility/function. 

• Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities. Seeks consultation as necessary.  

• Monitors patient's responses to the treatment plan. Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.  

• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.  

• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.  

• Assists with patient discharge planning.  

• Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Associate’s degree Required, Graduate of a Program in Discipline  

• Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of KY  

• Basic Life Support (BLS)  

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.  

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. 

EEOC Statement: 

Fleming County Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

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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.