L.P.T.A.

Medical Center Hospital; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Hospital in Odessa, Texas is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support therapy services under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will participate in patient evaluation, implement treatment plans, and document progress as part of a total patient care approach.

Required: current Texas PTA license and current BLS Certification upon hire. The role involves patient lifting and transferring and requires the ability to handle equipment and assist in

Qualifications

• Texas PTA license required.
• Knowledge of PT procedures and treatments.
• Understanding of supervision responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy under supervision of a PT.
• Support total patient care during treatment.

Skills

PTA procedures

Patient care

Supervision understanding

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in Texas

Job description

Administer Physical Therapy and treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

Education:

Currently licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Texas.

Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire.

Job Knowledge:

Knowledge of procedures and treatments in Physical Therapy with an emphasis on total patient care. Must have an understanding of basic supervision.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Patient lifting and transferring.

Lifting and pushing of heavy and light equipment.