Physical Therapist Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Texas; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Physical Therapist at St. Joseph Health Burleson Hospital in Texas. You will evaluate patients, develop and update plans of care, and deliver direct therapy to improve function and reduce pain.

Responsibilities include administering therapeutic exercises, educating patients and families, and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to meet goals. CPR/BLS within 14 days is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or PTA credential; licensure in Texas or eligibility on hire.
• CPR/BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• 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 reports progress to the physical therapist and physicians as needed.
• Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains in orthopedic braces, prostheses, and assistive devices.
• May perform clerical duties.
• Promotes professional customer service while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to meet patient and family needs.

Skills

Age-appropriate care

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensed or eligible for Texas licensure

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.

Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.

• 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

Job Requirements

Required

• Associates Other Physical Therapist Assistants and Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered, upon hire
• Physical Therapy Assistant: TX, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 14 - days

Where You’ll Work

St. Joseph Health Burleson Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital in Caldwell, Texas offering a Level IV Trauma Center, IP and OP services, therapy, emergency care, skilled nursing care, injury treatment and more.

Our hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and certified as a Level III support stroke facility by the Texas Department of State Health Services.