Certified Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA

UT Health East Texas; Athens (TX); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UT Health East Texas is seeking a day shift, full-time Certified Physical Therapy Assistant to join our Athens, TX rehabilitation team. You will work in an interdisciplinary setting to deliver patient-centered therapy across age groups, with emphasis on assessments and treatment planning.

The ideal candidate is a PTA graduate with Texas licensure; 3–5 years of acute or outpatient experience is preferred, and you will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to improve patient

Formación

• Graduate of an PTA approved Associates degree program.
• Current professional license active and valid in the State of Texas.
• 3-5 years’ experience in acute or outpatient setting (preferred).

Responsabilidades

• Provide a full range of age-appropriate physical therapy services including assessments, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Assessment delivery

Educación

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Certified Physical Therapy Assistant in Athens, TX.

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation Center includes a 49-bed inpatient hospital, 14 outpatient therapy clinics, 11 cardiopulmonary rehabilitation clinics and nine Olympic fitness centers, with access to some of the most advanced therapy techniques and care available.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant shall be responsible for providing a full range of age appropriate physical therapy services including assessments, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an PTA approved Associates degree program.
• Current professional license active and valid in the State of Texas.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 3-5 years’ experience in acute or outpatient setting