Physical Therapist Assistant

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Pasadena, TX. In this role, you will assist in delivering high-quality physical therapy services, helping patients improve their mobility and manage pain. You will work closely with supervising therapists, providing support in therapeutic exercises and patient assessments. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while being part of a dedicated healthcare team committed to community health and wellness. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an approved program for Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Current Texas State Licensure (PTA) required.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapeutic exercises and assists patients with mobility.
• Observes and assesses patient responses to treatments.
• Promotes positive customer service and collaborates with team members.

Skills

Therapeutic Exercises

Patient Assessment

Customer Service

Documentation

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

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*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.

*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*

• Associate’s Degree from an approved program for Physical Therapist Assistants
• Current Texas State Licensure (PTA)
• CPR/BLS certification - American Heart
• Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered
  
  

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*Pay Range*

$31.00 - $31.00 /hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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