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

Christus Health; Town of Texas, Kilgore (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver effective treatment plans and support patient recovery. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with a supervising Physical Therapist, applying your expertise to monitor patient progress and implement corrective exercises. This position offers an opportunity to enhance patient care through evidence-based practices and a collaborative approach. Join a team that values skillful treatment and patient outcomes, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate Degree and relevant certifications.
• LPTA License required in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Independently deliver treatment plans for patients.
• Monitor patients and report adverse reactions to supervising PT.
• Apply research-based treatments in daily practice.

Skills

Patient Treatment

Exercise Instruction

Monitoring Patients

Reasoning and Judgment

Knowledge of Modalities

Research-based Treatments

Education

Associate Degree

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