Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - Physical Therapy Multi

CHRISTUS Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana, TX is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist, supporting goals and treatment plans to restore function and independence for patients.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, maintaining records, coordinating with technicians, and contributing to department and hospital goals; PRN, per diem, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficient with basic computer systems for documentation and records.

Responsibilities

• Maintains consistency with policies and professional standards.
• Performs patient care duties to restore independence per treatment plans.
• Demonstrates clinical competency in PT assisting skills.
• Contributes to departmental and organizational goals.
• Communicates across departments to achieve hospital goals.
• Maintains required records as per policy.

Skills

Basic Computer Knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting

Job description

Description

Summary: Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist according to established goals and treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
• Performs patient care related duties in order to restore the patient to their maximum level of independence and function according to accepted standards of ethical conduct for PT assistants.
• Clinical competencies in the physical therapy assisting skills and techniques are demonstrated in a manner that promotes quality patient care.
• Contributes to the fulfillment of departmental and organizational goals.
• Participates in established interdepartmental and intradepartmental communication systems and methods to achieve departmental, hospital and corporate goals.
• Maintains required records as specified in departmental policy and procedures manual.
• Participates in maintaining/improving the effectiveness of the services provided by the physical therapy department.
• Assigns duties as appropriate to Physical Therapy Technicians.

Requirements

• Basic Computer Knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from an accredited Physical Therapy School.
• Maintain current registration license in Texas and provide the hospital with a copy.
• BCLS certification.

Work Schedule

PRN

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed