POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant provides treatment in the hospital or outpatient setting to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of a body part. The Physical Therapy Assistant shall be responsible for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of physical therapy services.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct physical therapy intervention based on the individualized treatment plan and established priorities for each patient as developed by the Physical Therapist.
2. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant demonstrates good safety awareness for self and others and uses equipment resources appropriately.
3. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant develops and maintains effective communication with the patient, family and staff members.
4. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant participates in continued application of standards required by all applicable accrediting bodies (i.e., CMS, etc.)
5. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant understands the parameters of and works within the supervisory process.
6. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant promotes the concept and image of professional physical therapy practice, understanding of marketing concepts and contributes to the delivery of cost-effective health care.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Associate of Arts Degree. Ability to read, speak and write English. Adheres to rehabilitation principles and practices, and must be able to carry out procedures/treatments in a hospital, outpatient, school or aquatic setting.
Required Course(s)/Training: Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
Required Licensure: Current Texas license granted by the Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners. Must have a valid Texas drivers’ license, current auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.
Required Certification: Current CPR
Physical Demands: Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Frequently lifts, positions, transfers and transports patients. Frequently moves supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs from locations at or above shoulder level. Must be able to drive a car 30+ miles per day, get in and out of the car. During an evacuation, may have to assist patients on stretchers or wheelchairs.
Working Conditions: May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases, but will be expected to utilize universal precautions as delineated in the Infection Control Manual. This job is rated as a moderate risk of exposure. Occasional exposure to unpleasant elements, including heat, cold and humidity. Employee may need to drive throughout work day to provide services at other facility locations. Employee will not be expected to drive through running water or on icy roads.. May work with combative patients. Will be expected, as directed by supervisor, to provide services for any area in the hospital or outpatient areas in which the employee demonstrates competency.
Scope: Meets the age specific needs of the following areas:
- Pediatrics
- Adolescents
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Reports To: Assigned Physical Therapist, but must be able to function independently.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
