PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT- FT

Progressive Rehab Solutions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Rehab Solutions in Austin, TX is seeking a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapy services under supervision of a PT. You will deliver treatment programs, monitor patient progress, and help patients achieve independence.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s Degree in PTA, maintains a current Texas PTA license, and has clinical experience in rehabilitation or long-term care.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from accredited PTA program.
• Current state PTA license.
• Clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and move patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PT treatment plans for individuals and groups.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities as directed.
• Educate patients on mobility and assistive devices.
• Document treatment and patient response.
• Report changes to supervising PT.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Follow treatment directions

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Current Texas PTA license

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Austin - Austin, TX 78749Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Physical Therapist AssistantPhysical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Reports To

Physical Therapist / Director of Rehabilitation

Job Summary

Provides therapy services under supervision of PT. Delivers treatment programs, monitors progress, and assists patients in achieving independence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out PT treatment plans for individuals and groups.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities as directed.
• Educate patients on mobility and assistive devices.
• Document treatment and patient response.
• Report changes to supervising PT.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from accredited PTA program.
• Current state PTA license.
• Clinical experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- KSAs

• Knowledge of therapy techniques and equipment.
• Ability to follow treatment directions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift, transfer, and move patients safely.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching.
• Work in long-term care and healthcare environments.

EEO & ADA Statement: Progressive Rehab Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made under ADA.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from an accredited program is required.
• A current state license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant is required and must be maintained.
• Clinical experience in rehabilitation or long-term care settings is preferred.