PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to provide direct therapy services under the guidance of a Physical Therapist. This role involves implementing care plans, documenting patient progress, and supervising aides or interns. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in physical therapy practices, a passion for helping others, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a team committed to enhancing patient recovery and improving lives through innovative rehabilitation techniques.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as a physical therapy assistant in Texas.
• Two years experience with neurological and orthopedic patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in implementing physical therapy plans under supervision.
• Documents interventions and progress of individuals served.
• Participates in community outings to improve therapy skills.

Skills

Physical Therapy

CPR Certification

Documentation Skills

Collaboration

Education

Graduation from a Physical Therapist Assistant Curriculum

Job description

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Description

PHYSICAL LOCATION:

Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute (Moody Neuro)

General Statement Of Duties

Provides direct physical therapy services to individuals under the plan of care set by a Physical therapist. Collaborates with the physical therapist to implement plan of care and completes documentation and other reports as assigned. Reports and documents variations in individuals performance to the supervising physical therapist. Supervises therapy tech or aide. If eligible, acts as clinical instructor for PTA students and/or assist with student labs. Attends all departmental and facility staff meetings as directed. The Physical Therapist Assistant will uphold the mission, philosophy and goals of the organization and department and maintain strict confidentiality of personnel and individuals in the performance of assigned. duties. Other duties as assigned by the Physical Therapist/Lead Physical Therapist.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists in Implementation of physical therapy plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Carries out skilled therapy interventions that may include modalities or physical agents with the individuals being served, consults with physical therapist regarding the individuals treatment and progress.
• Documents objective interventions and progress of individuals served.
• May direct and supervise physical therapy aides and student interns as directed.
• Participates in the overall training and supervision of students in physical therapy during their affiliations as assigned.
• Assist with any staff training as directed
• Participates in community outings as designated by the supervising physical therapist to improve functional transitional physical therapy skills
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the Physical Therapist Clinical Manager
  
  

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must be licensed to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the state of Texas. Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association recommended.

Must be CPR certified.

Education

Graduation from a physical therapist assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Experience

Two years experience working with general neurological and orthopedic trainees/patients preferred.

DEMANDS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK, EQUIPMENT USAGE, AND WORK ENVIRONMENT.

PERCENTAGE OF WORK TIME (1-33%)

• Sitting
• Twisting
• Lifting/Carrying
• Pushing/Pulling
• Bending/Stooping
  
  

PERCENTAGE OF WORK TIME (34-66%)

• Standing/Walking
• Climbing (Ascending/Descending)
• Using arm muscles frequently or for extended periods
• Using leg muscles frequently or for extended periods
• Using back muscles frequently or for extended periods
  
  

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS - individuals in clinical care positions are required to lift a trainee/client without assistance. (1-33%)

• 31 - 40 Pounds
• 41 - 50 Pounds
• 51 - Pounds or more
  
  

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS - individuals in clinical care positions are required to lift a trainee/client without assistance. (34-66%)

• 11 - 20 Pounds
• 21 - 30 Pounds
  
  

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS - individuals in clinical care positions are required to lift a trainee/client without assistance. (67-100%)

• 2 - 10 Pounds
  
  

DOES THIS JOB REQUIRE? (1-33%)

• Working in hot, cold, wet surrounds
• Working outdoors
• Working with or near chemicals
• Working near radiation sources
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases
• Working with hazardous waste materials
• Utilizing essential upgraded or adaptive equipment as industry standards require
• Using hand tools
• Operating vehicle
  
  

DOES THIS JOB REQUIRE? (67-100%)

• Potential for cuts and bruises
  
  

EXCHANGE OF IDEAS (67-100%)

• Ability to express or exchange ideas
• Ability to understand communication of others with or without adaptive devices.
• Obtaining impressions through the eyes of the shape, size, distance, motion, color or other characteristics of objects with or without adaptive devices. The major visual functions are:
• Acuity, far - clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
• Acuity, near - clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
• Depth perception - three-dimensional vision. The ability to judge distance and space relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are they actually are.
• Field of vision - the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while the eyes are fixed on a given point.
• Accommodation - adjustment of the lens of the eye to bring an object into sharp focus. This item is especially important when doing near-point work at varying distances from the eye.
• Color vision - the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Regular Attendance
• Punctuality
• Ability to do Math
• Literate

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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