Physical Therapist Assistant

University-Health-3; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University-Health-3 seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in carrying out treatment programs under licensed PT supervision. You will support educational, administrative, and quality control duties while keeping the care area safe and efficient, and work with the care team to maximize patient benefit.

Requires an Associate degree from PTA program, at least two years of PTA experience, Texas PTA license, and current BLS/Health Care Provider cards.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a PTA.
• Licensure as PTA with Texas State Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out physical therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients.
• Perform technical work in patient treatment and ensure safety and cleanliness of the care area.
• Collaborate with health care team to maximize patient benefit and efficiency.

Skills

PTA experience

Team-based care

Education

Associates degree from PTA program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in carrying out physical therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients under the direction and supervision of licensed physical therapists. Assists with educational, administrative, managerial, and quality control duties. Performs technical work in all phases of patient treatment. Assists in maintaining safety and cleanliness of the patient care area, supplies and equipment in optimum condition to facilitate smooth operations. Participates effectively with other members of the health care team for maximum patient benefit and efficiency.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program. Minimum of two years of experience as a physical therapist assistant. Meets clinical and leadership activities and behaviors as defined in the clinical ladder or equivalent.

LICENSURE

Must have and maintain a current license to practice as a physical therapist assistant issued by the Texas State Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card.