Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Visit Care

Community Action Corporation of South Texas; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Corporation of South Texas seeks a Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant to assist licensed therapists in delivering therapy in the child’s natural environment in Corpus Christi, TX.

The ideal candidate has 2–3+ years of pediatric experience, an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant, Texas PTA license, National Certification, and a valid driver’s license. Pre-employment physical required. This role emphasizes collaboration with families and IFSP/IEP teams.

Qualifications

• Two to three years or more pediatric experience.
• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• National Certification exam completed.
• Texas Physical Therapy Assistant License in good standing.
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record and auto insurance.
• Pre-employment physical required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering the treatment plan after the child has been evaluated and the plan approved by the supervising physical therapist.
• Track the need for reassessment and report changes that might warrant reassessment or referral.
• Potentially administer reassessment under supervision of the supervising physical therapist.
• Discontinue any procedure that appears harmful and notify the supervising physical therapist immediately.
• Discharge the child from a treatment program only under supervision of the supervising physical therapist.
• Maintain appropriate certification.
• Exhibit positive language and behavior skills for children and families.
• Follow ECPTOTE supervision guidelines and IFSP/IEP team planning.
• Provide and update schedules as changes occur and plan accordingly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

National Certification

Texas PTA License

Driver's license and auto insurance

Pre-employment physical

Job description

Community Action Corporation of South Texas seeks a Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant to assist licensed therapists in delivering therapy in the child’s natural environment in Corpus Christi, TX.

The ideal candidate has 2–3+ years of pediatric experience, an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant, Texas PTA license, National Certification, and a valid driver’s license. Pre-employment physical required. This role emphasizes collaboration with families and IFSP/IEP teams.