Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - Rehab & Outcomes

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, Texas seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) to support physical therapy treatments and demonstrate prescribed exercises. You will assist the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations, and complex procedures, and implement corrective exercise programs for assigned patients.

Responsibilities include delivering independent treatment plans, monitoring patients, and reporting findings to the supervising PT.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree is required.
• LPTA license in the state of employment.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a treatment plan addressing identified problems and assist with discharge planning.
• Demonstrate skilled monitoring of patients during treatment.
• Apply clinical reasoning and report adverse reactions to physician or supervising PT.
• Communicate findings and seek involvement when needed.
• Knowledgeable in modalities and their contraindications.

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, Texas seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) to support physical therapy treatments and demonstrate prescribed exercises. You will assist the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations, and complex procedures, and implement corrective exercise programs for assigned patients.

Responsibilities include delivering independent treatment plans, monitoring patients, and reporting findings to the supervising PT.