Physical Therapist Assistant

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women’s Mental Health Institute seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support inpatient rehabilitation. You will implement treatment plans, guide gait and balance activities, and monitor safety during sessions.

Educating patients and families on home programs and assistive devices is expected. You will collaborate with PTs, nurses, and physicians to ensure comprehensive care and patient independence.

Qualifications

• Ability to support patient recovery through therapeutic interventions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and education.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans created by physical therapists.
• Deliver therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility exercises.
• Document patient progress and monitor safety during treatments.
• Educate patients and families on home programs and use of assistive devices.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team including PTs, nurses, and physicians.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Communication

Teamwork

Patient safety

Job description

Role: Physical Therapist Assistant supporting inpatient rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans created by physical therapists.
• Deliver therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility exercises.
• Document patient progress and monitor safety during treatments.
• Educate patients and families on home programs and use of assistive devices.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team including PTs, nurses, and physicians.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to support patient recovery through therapeutic interventions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and education.

Key Duties: Deliver personalized care, ensure safety, document progress, and promote patient independence in a team-focused environment with opportunities for professional development.