# Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA), Long Term Acute Care

- **Company:** Lifepoint Health
- **Published:** Mar 3, 2026
- **Location:** On-site, Kentucky
- **Setting:** Hospital
- **Credentials:** Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, BLS / CPR
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## About

**Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) - Long-Term Acute Care**

**Kindred Hospital Louisville**

**Full Time | Days**

**$5000 Sign on Bonus** (Available for External Applicants)

**Your experience matters: **

**Lifepoint Rehabilitation** is part of** **[**Lifepoint Health**](https://lifepointhealth.net/locations), a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a **Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) **joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to *making communities healthier** **®*. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

**More about our team:** **Kindred Hospital Louisville** is a 123-bed long-term acute care hospital located in Louisville, Ky, and is part of [**Lifepoint Health**](https://lifepointhealth.net/locations), a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to *making communities healthier*® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

**Connect with our Recruiter:** Please contact **Melissa Gilbert** by email [**melissa.gilbert@lifepointhealth.net**](mailto:melissa.gilbert@lifepointhealth.net), text 615-324-9804 or via phone 629-257-6058 or simply schedule a time and date that works best for you by clicking the link below. [**https://bit.ly/Mgilbert**](https://bit.ly/Mgilbert)** **

**How you’ll contribute:**

A **Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) **who excels in this role:

- 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.

**Why join 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.

**What We Are Looking For:**

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

- Associate’s degree Required
- Graduate of a Program in Discipline
- Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of KY
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Required Skills 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**

**Kindred Hospital Louisville** is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **Kindred Hospital Louisville** is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

## Benefits

- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement savings plan
- Sign-on bonus
- Student loan repayment
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness programs

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