Physical Therapist Assistant

Health Here; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support inpatient rehabilitation in Amarillo, TX. You will implement treatment plans created by physical therapists, including exercises, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility work.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, ensuring safety, educating patients and families on home programs and assistive devices, and collaborating with nurses and physicians to deliver patient-centered care in a team-based

Qualifications

• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and patient safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills for patient education and team collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support patient recovery through direct therapy activities and monitoring progress.
• Ensure patient safety and educate families on home programs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care and growth.

Job description

Role:

Physical Therapist Assistant supporting inpatient rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans created by physical therapists, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility work.
• Document patient progress, monitor safety, and educate patients and families on home programs and assistive devices.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of PTs, nurses, and physicians to provide patient-centered care.

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and patient safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills for patient education and team collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.

Key Duties:

Support patient recovery through direct therapy activities, monitor progress, ensure safety, and educate families, all within a team-oriented, professional setting that encourages growth and specialization.