Physical Therapy Assistant

OakBend Medical Center • Pearland, TX

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Rehab Services and a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant provides methods of physical therapy according to each patient’s treatment plan. The assistant also serves as a resource for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, and Physical Therapy Aides. The role requires the ability to treat patients of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric, and knowledge of regulations, quality assurance, procedures, and quality patient care.

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital that has provided care to patients and the community since 1950. Its services include three hospitals and specialty centers, a No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, a certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services, and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Eligible for or licensed by the Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or another pre-approved accredited certification program is required.
• Knowledge of regulations, quality assurance, procedures, and quality patient care.
• Successful completion of department-specific and/or hospital-required training courses.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in Physical Therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy methods according to patient treatment plans under the supervision of the Director of Rehab Services and a Physical Therapist.
• Serve as a resource for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, and Physical Therapy Aides.
• Treat patients of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric.

What This Job Offers

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