Physical Therapy Assistant - Full-Time or PRN

Lubbock Health Care Center • Lubbock, TX

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About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) joins an in-house rehabilitation team to provide person-centered care that helps residents improve mobility, strength, function, and quality of life. The PTA provides skilled physical therapy services and interventions in accordance with physician orders and under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role may be full-time or PRN.

Requirements

• Active and valid Texas Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Current knowledge of physical therapy treatment practices.
• Ability to manage patients with varying personalities and needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or long-term care experience.
• Experience with the Net Health Electronic Documentation System.

Responsibilities

• Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services and interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Respond to service requests by relaying information and referrals to the Physical Therapist.
• Implement and modify patients’ physical therapy plans of care under PT supervision.
• Measure and record patients’ motor function, strength, and muscle performance.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment interventions and modify approaches as clinically appropriate in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
• Complete documentation thoroughly and on time in compliance with company policies and state and federal regulations.
• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Ancillary coverage including AD&D, short-term disability, cardiac, cancer, critical illness, and hospital confinement coverage.
• Whole and term life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Flexible schedules.
• Exceptional corporate support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed