Physical Therapist Assistant

CHI; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join their healthcare team. The role involves assisting physical therapists with procedures and patient care to enhance mobility and alleviate pain. Applicants should possess an Associate’s Degree and valid Texas licensure. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered for full-time positions.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required
• Current Texas State Licensure (PTA)
• CPR/BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Performs components of physical therapy procedures under supervision.
• Assists in improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing disabilities.
• Instructs and motivates patients in their physical therapy.

Education

Associate’s Degree from an approved program for Physical Therapist Assistants

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Responsibilities

Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist; assist physical therapists in providing services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease.

Responsibilities

Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist; assist physical therapists in providing services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease.

Administers therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities according to the physical therapy plan of care

Instructs, motivates and Assists patients to learn and improve functional activity, such as pre‐ambulation, transfer, ambulation and daily living activities

Observes patients during treatments, Assesses, and compiles data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress and reports verbally or in writing to the physical therapist; may communicate updates to physicians

Fit patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs

May perform clerical duties

Promotes and Supports positive and professional customer service, while interacting with clients, guests and hospital personnel. Works collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary team, other departments and disciplines to assure patients and customer’s needs are met in a timely manner. Encourages the active participation of the patient and/or family in goal setting and patient/family training/education

Provides positive and constructive feedback to enhance departmental operations. Completes all necessary documentation as outlined by departmental policy and documentation review. This includes, but is not limited to, patient care charting, charge entry, completing peer chart and peer reviews, and documenting on daily schedule

Utilizes available information management systems to support departmental and hospital goals. This includes utilization of hospital wide e‐mail, information announcements, policies, annual computer mandatories, charge entry, and accessing patient care related information. Access and use of information will meet hospital and information management guidelines

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Education: Associate’s Degree from an approved program for Physical Therapist Assistants

Experience

No previous experience required

Required Licensure and Certifications

• Current Texas State Licensure (PTA)
• CPR/BLS certification
• Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered
  
  

Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Pay Range

$31.00 - $31.00 /hour

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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