Outpatient Rehab PTA: Empower Mobility & Independence

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Night/weekend shift differentials

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to join the Outpatient Rehab team. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will apply a variety of therapeutic interventions to improve mobility and independence, coordinate discharge goals, and educate patients and families on home programs and resources.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, patient advocacy, and adherence to policies while supporting well-being and safe home environments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy required.
• PTA certification required.
• BLS required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic interventions under a licensed PT to improve safety and independence.
• Coordinate discharge goals and educate patients and caregivers on home programs.
• Document care delivery per policy and communicate changes to the PT.
• Communicate with patient, family, physician and other care team members as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Certificate Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

EPIC electronic charting system

Basic computer skills

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to join the Outpatient Rehab team. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will apply a variety of therapeutic interventions to improve mobility and independence, coordinate discharge goals, and educate patients and families on home programs and resources.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, patient advocacy, and adherence to policies while supporting well-being and safe home environments.