Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Houston • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. This is a PRN opening seeking candidates with weekend availability.

The PTA follows treatment plans established by the supervising PT, documents care, uses therapy software, and works with patients and the interdisciplinary team. New graduates are welcome to apply; one year of experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT).
• Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
• Weekend availability for this PRN opening.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising PT.
• Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
• Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Follow applicable practices, procedures, laws, regulations, guidelines, department policies, and company policies.
• Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
• Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality of proprietary or confidential information.
• Attend dependably and regularly.
• Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
• Use good body mechanics and sound judgment throughout work.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Benefits

• In-house rehabilitation programs.
• Reimbursement for continuing education units (CEUs) of choice.
• Reimbursement of licensure fees.
• New graduate mentorship program.
• Growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree