Physical Therapist Assistant

Ernest Health, Inc.; Thorn Hill (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO & HDHP options

HSA/FSA options

Dental & Vision

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short & long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program & challenges

Earned time off

Job summary

New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in New Braunfels, Texas, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to join a hospital team delivering PT services under a supervising therapist.

The role emphasizes patient care, treatment planning, documentation, and collaboration with an enthusiastic, skilled team; CPR/BLS, PTA licensure, and hospital experience preferred; comprehensive benefits are offered through Ernest Health, with ongoing education support.

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• BLS/CPR Certification from an approved vendor.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a physical therapist, implement treatment plans and related tasks.
• Record patient responses and report outcomes to the supervising PT.
• Contribute to daily practice aligned with the hospital mission and guiding principles.

Skills

PTA licensure

BLS/CPR

Hospital patient care

Clinical operations

Communication skills

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant- Fulltime- New Braunfels, Texas

New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in New Braunfels, Texas is a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the communities between San Antonio and Austin. We specialize in helping patients regain strength and independence after life-altering health events such as strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions. Our rehabilitation programs are intensive and tailored – each patient receives a customized mix of physical, occupational, and speech therapies delivered daily by our enthusiastic, highly skilled team.

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Professional Growth:

• Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.