Acute Care PTA — Lead Rehab & Training

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to perform routine PT treatments under a licensed PT. You will document progress, assist with program development, and guide students and interns. The role includes supervision of rehabilitation technicians and collaboration with physicians and insurers.

Minimal licensure requirements include PTA licensure in Texas and BLS certification. Experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or a physical therapist program.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission.
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support.
• One year of experience preferred.
• Demonstrates leadership skills in either operational functions or clinical program.

Responsibilities

• Implements a physical therapy treatment program as described by a physical therapist’s written plan of care.
• Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of the PT, and treatments are modified only as allowed by the plan of care.
• Monitors patient’s condition and progress towards treatment goals.
• Supervises rehabilitation technicians and others with regard to patient care.
• Mentors PTA interns and serves as clinical resource to colleagues and community.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Time management

Documentation

Dexterity

Education

PTA program graduate

Job description

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to perform routine PT treatments under a licensed PT. You will document progress, assist with program development, and guide students and interns. The role includes supervision of rehabilitation technicians and collaboration with physicians and insurers.

Minimal licensure requirements include PTA licensure in Texas and BLS certification. Experience is preferred.