Per Diem LPTA Therapist — Long-Term Care

HealthPro Heritage; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 52,348 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Hourly pay rate $38-$44

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage in El Paso, TX seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant for PRN/per diem assignments in its long-term care facility. The role focuses on delivering direct patient care under Physical Therapists, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible.
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Skills

Assessment & clinical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Tools

EHR systems

Therapy equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

HealthPro Heritage in El Paso, TX seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant for PRN/per diem assignments in its long-term care facility. The role focuses on delivering direct patient care under Physical Therapists, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality outcomes.