Physical Therapist Assistant

Northshore Home Health Care; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support inpatient rehabilitation patients recovering from major illnesses and injuries. You will implement treatment plans under a physical therapist's guidance and lead therapeutic exercises and mobility training.

You will document patient progress, communicate updates to the care team, and educate patients and families for safe home transitions, while contributing to a culture of clinical excellence and respect.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills in rehabilitation.
• Excellent communication.
• Teamwork and patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under a physical therapist's guidance.
• Lead therapeutic exercises and mobility training.
• Document patient progress accurately.
• Communicate updates to the care team.
• Educate patients and families for safe home transitions.
• Assist in patient recovery and promote independence.

Skills

Clinical rehabilitation

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Job description

Role

Physical Therapist Assistant supporting inpatient rehabilitation patients recovering from major illnesses and injuries.

Responsibilities

Implement treatment plans under a physical therapist's guidance, lead therapeutic exercises and mobility training, document patient progress, communicate updates to the care team, and educate patients and families for safe home transitions.

Qualifications & Skills

Strong clinical skills in rehabilitation, excellent communication, teamwork, and patient-centered approach. Ability to work collaboratively in a supportive environment.

Key Duties

Assist in patient recovery, promote independence, ensure safety, and contribute to a culture of clinical excellence and respect. Opportunities for specialty training and professional growth are provided.