LPTA, Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - Kilgore Medical Office - PRN

Davita Inc.; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver effective treatments and support patients in their recovery journey. The role involves creating treatment plans based on evaluations, monitoring patient progress, and applying knowledge of therapies and modalities. Candidates should possess an Associate Degree and an LPTA License to provide quality care and support during therapeutic exercises.

Qualifications

• Assists Physical Therapist, delivers treatment plans.
• Knowledgeable of wound care protocols.
• Adept at applying skilled observations.

Responsibilities

• Independently delivers treatment plans based on patient evaluations.
• Monitors patients during treatment, reports adverse reactions.
• Applies modalities and ensures proper patient care protocols.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Treatment Plan Delivery

Reasoning and Judgment

Research-based Treatments

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

BLS Certification

LPTA License

Job description

Description

Summary:

Performs treatments and provides exercise instruction and demonstration for patients. Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and complex procedures. Carries out a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as determined by evaluation by a Physical Therapist. Instructs patients on segments of the program.

Responsibilities:

• Able to independently deliver a treatment plan that addresses identified problem(s), deficits and discharge needs and assists with decreasing LOS
• Actively seeks out a diagnosis mix to facilitate ability to independently treat throughout the facility
• Demonstrates skilled expertise when monitoring patients during treatment
• Able to apply reasoning and judgment to skilled observations and reports adverse reactions to physician, supervising PT and/or nursing
• Reports findings to supervising PT and solicits their involvement when needed
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the use of modalities and their contraindications
• Actively seeks research-based treatments and applies to daily treatment
• Knowledgeable of available wound care supplies and current protocols

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Associate Degree

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• LPTA License in the state of employment
• BLS

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed