Physical Therapist Assistant

Baylor Scott and White Institute for Rehabilitation - Temple•Temple, TX

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation in Temple, TX is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant for their Inpatient setting. This role involves assisting with the implementation of therapy plans under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, delegating and directing supportive personnel, and communicating with the supervising PT regarding patient care. The position also includes participating in the education of patients, families, students, and coworkers, as well as performing other professional duties related to patient care within the scope of practice.

Requirements

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Team player with excellent communication skills.
Desire to grow and expand clinical knowledge and expertise.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care.
Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services.
Consistently communicates with supervising PT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.