Physical Therapist Assistant

BrightStar Care; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightStar Care of Denton is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their team and improve the quality of life for seniors in the Denton area. This full-time role offers competitive pay, a flexible schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring growth and recognition in a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

Weekly pay with direct deposit

Free CEUs

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Must be licensed as a physical therapist assistant in Texas.
• Two years of experience as a physical therapist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with physicians to develop treatment plans.
• Assess muscle strength, mobility, and pain.
• Prepare clinical and progress summaries.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration with physicians

Assessment of mobility and pain

Education

Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Licensed as a physical therapist assistant in Texas

Job description

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Physical Therapist Assistant

ApplyNow Local Agency: BrightStar Care of Denton
Location: Lake Dallas, TX
Position Type: Full Time
Req ID: 145553048
BrightStar Care of Denton, TX is looking for a physical therapist assistant (PTA) who wants to make a difference in the lives of seniors living in our area.


Would you like a career where your contribution is recognized through competitive pay, a flexible schedule, and a generous benefits package? Are you a driven, compassionate individual who prioritizes caring for others? Then you are who we are looking for! Come join our team in providing care for people living in the Denton, TX area.


We demonstrate our commitment to our employees by offering the following benefits to our PTAs:

Benefits of Joining Our Team as a Physical Therapist Assistant

• Competitive pay from $70K per year for full-time or $35-$45 per hour for PRN
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance available for full-time
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• GPS time and attendance technology
• Free CEUs
• Work on a variety of assignments, procedures, and treatments
• Weekend and evening opportunities available
• One-to-One patient care
• Over 95% of BrightStar locations are Joint Commission accredited or are in the process of becoming so

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with physicians to develop care and treatment plan that is appropriate for client’s home environment, especially as it relates to fall risk, interventions, and home safety
• Assess for muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and pain and select appropriate treatment and assistive devices, instructing family and caregivers on use of devices
• Report client’s response to treatment or changes in condition to the Director of Nursing and physician
• Initiate physical therapy program and instructs the other personnel, including family members and caregivers, in specific phases of physical therapy with which they may assist in the client care
• Prepare clinical and progress summaries, as well as participate in discharge planning. A copy of the summaries will be submitted to the Director of Nursing
• Treat clients, families, and staff with courtesy and respect.

Requirements

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Must be licensed as a physical therapist assistant in the State of Texas
• Must adhere to HIPAA and maintain client confidentiality
• Two years of experience as a physical therapist is preferred.

BrightStar Care of Denton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, on the basis of disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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