Physical Therapist Assistant

Prime Healthcare Services; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant at Pampa Regional Medical Center in Pampa, TX. The PTA works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help carry out treatment plans for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury.

This per diem/PRN role offers training, opportunities to educate patients, assist with mobility, monitor responses, and use mobility aids.

Qualifications

• A.A. degree required.
• Current state PTA license.
• BCLS (AHA) certification at hire and maintained.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans as directed by the PT.
• Assist with patient mobility and use of assistive devices.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to supervising PT.
• Educate patients on movement techniques and safe use of mobility aids.
• Prepare and maintain therapy equipment and treatment areas.

Skills

PTA license

Patient mobility support

Exercise instruction

Education

A.A. Degree

PTA license (TX)

BCLS certification

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available:Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: Variable

Location: Pampa Regional Medical Center – Pampa, TX

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant, sometimes referred to as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) or Physical Therapy Assistant. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help carry out treatment plans for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Their responsibilities include guiding patients through prescribed exercises, assisting with mobility and ambulation, monitoring patient progress, and providing support in documenting treatment outcomes. Aimed at improving function, reducing pain, and promoting safe discharge.This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Responsibilities

If you have your PTA license, with no experience (entry-level) you are encouraged to apply. We offer training to everyone!

• Implement Treatment Plans: carry out specific physical therapy interventions designed by the Physical Therapist (PT)
• Assist with Patient Mobility: help patients get in and out of bed, walk, use assistive devices, and perform exercises safely
• Monitor Patient Responses: observe and report patient progress, pain levels, or adverse reactions during therapy sessions to the supervising PT
• Educate Patients: teach patients proper movement techniques, safety precautions, and how to use walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids
• Prepare Equipment: set up and clean therapy areas, and ensure equipment is functioning properly

Qualifications

• A.A. Degree
• Current state Physical Therapist Assistance license
• Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current
• Healthcare experience preferred

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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