Physical Therapist Assistant

Ascension•Waco, TX

84d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Physical Therapist Assistant in Acute Care at Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas. The position is PRN. The Physical Therapist Assistant will conduct medically prescribed physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist and provide physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist. They will perform therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population and document treatment interventions given. This role may also coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students, and other support personnel.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) credentialed from the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

Conduct medically prescribed physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist.
Provide physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
Perform therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population.
Document treatment interventions given.
May coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students and other support personnel.