Certified Physical Therapy Assistant

Owensboro, KY

Full Time

Wendell Foster

Experienced

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.

Apply for this position

Required*

First Name*

Last Name*

Email Address*

Phone*

Address*

Resume*

We've received your resume. Click here to update it.

Attach resume or Paste resume

Attach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or Paste resume

Paste your resume here or Attach resume file

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Are you 18 years of age or older?*

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

If “Yes”, you have been convicted of a felony, please explain the circumstances around the conviction:

References: Please enter names and contact information:

Are you familiar with Wendell Foster and our mission?*

Have you ever been employed with Wendell Foster in the past? If yes, what year were you last employed with Wendell Foster?*

Is your resume current and up to date with your complete work history?*

Are you able to successfully pass a drug screening (including testing for marijuana) and a background check covering the past 5 years?*

What is the highest level of education you have completed?*

How many years of experience do you have working in healthcare or with people with disabilities?*

Are you over 18 years old?*

Do you have a valid driver's' license?*

Human Check*

Submit Application