Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health•Richardson, TX

58d•Onsite

About The Position

CoralVita Richardson is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join their team. The role involves providing quality, compassionate care to patients in a secure setting, implementing care plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, and communicating patient progress. The PTA will also be responsible for documenting patient care, instructing families, maintaining equipment, and adhering to company policies. This position is part of an interdisciplinary team focused on helping patients recover completely and making communities healthier.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA program culminating in an Associate Degree.
Current state licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA or equivalent in the states where services are rendered.
CPR certification (when required)

Responsibilities

Work in a team where you will provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting
Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, you will implement the patient's Care Plan for rehabilitation.
Help mentally and/or physically impaired patients to participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance
Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws
Other duties as assigned