Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time | Outpatient Rehabilitation

The Staff Pad•Breckenridge, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a leading healthcare organization in Breckenridge, TX and we are looking to hire a proficient and qualified Physical Therapist Assistants for their Physical Therapy Department. Reporting to the Physical Therapy Director the PTA provides safe and effective therapy services to patients with physical illness or injury, congenital or developmental disabilities, or age-related conditions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist across all practice settings.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited PTA program
Current Physical Therapist Assistant license
Current CPR certification
Ability to perform required visual, communication, and office-based activities
Ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands, and reach with hands and arms
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move 20–25 lbs

Nice To Haves

2+ years of outpatient experience preferred
Relevant experience preferred; candidates with varying experience levels are welcome

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional patient care and service
Progress patient plans of care established by the Physical Therapist
Communicate with physicians through progress notes and discharge summaries in consultation with the supervising PT
Communicate regularly with the supervising PT regarding treatment plans, follow-up appointments, and potential discharge
Supervise rehabilitation aides and administrative staff as needed
Complete daily documentation, including patient charts, progress notes, discharge summaries, SOAP notes, charge slips, total sheets, and insurance or plan-of-care forms
Maintain accurate and current patient records, including prescriptions, tally sheets, and insurance coverage
Communicate with physicians regarding therapy services, locations, quality of care, and service philosophy
Provide timely written and verbal communication and follow up as needed
Maintain professional skills through continuing education, program involvement, staff in-services, and professional meetings
May aid as a program manager, site coordinator of clinical education, regional coordinator, educational coordinator, or specialty technique coordinator as needed, with additional incentives when applicable

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision, Supplemental, Life & AD&D Insurance
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Wellness Program (access to the Health and Wellness Center)
PTO for eligible employees, beginning to accrue on the first day of employment at up to 2 weeks per year and increasing with tenure
Paid holidays added to the PTO bank
Extended Illness Bank providing for eligible employees
Shift Premiums and Holiday Pay
Tax-advantaged retirement savings and access to financial advisors for planning and education
Paid Jury leave, Bereavement leave and employee discounts
Training and education opportunities