Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant — Patient Care & Education

CHRISTUS Health; Stonewall (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement and coordinate patient care under supervision, applying clinical protocols to meet individual needs and promote quality care.

The role involves documenting progress notes, delivering treatments, educating patients on safe exercises, and collaborating with the health care team to optimize outcomes while ensuring cost-effective care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Current Louisiana PTA license required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Documents progress notes and treatments according to department policies and goals.
• Delivers treatment to referred patients by clinical protocols.
• Implements optimal patient care within assigned caseload and suggests improvements.
• Enter charges accurately and timely in PTR or system.
• Communicates effectively with health care team, patients, and families.
• Educates patients on safe exercises and home exercise programs.
• Attends meetings and contributes to education of staff and community.
• Assists with discharge preparation and case conferences.
• Maintains cleanliness and environment of care; performs tasks as needed.

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement and coordinate patient care under supervision, applying clinical protocols to meet individual needs and promote quality care.

The role involves documenting progress notes, delivering treatments, educating patients on safe exercises, and collaborating with the health care team to optimize outcomes while ensuring cost-effective care.