Physical Therapist Assistant - Garland/Plano/N. Dallas

merakeycareers; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedules

Direct deposit available

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Pediatric Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to provide coordinated therapy to pediatric patients in the Garland, Plano and North Dallas area. The PTA works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and helps implement individualized treatment plans in the home setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Texas PTA license, possess a valid Texas Driver's License, and have experience with virtual therapy.

Qualifications

• Current Texas State License as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Current Texas Driver's License with reliable transportation.
• Virtual Therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and administer the therapy treatment plan for pediatric patients at home.
• Adhere to infection control and universal precautions during patient care.
• Accept assignments within education and competence and coordinate with supervising PT.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and team members.
• Meet continuing education requirements as required by the agency/licensing board.
• Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.

Skills

Virtual Therapy experience

Education

Texas State License as a PTA

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Small Hands, Big Hearts, a Merakey Company, we strive to HelpEveryAngelReachTherapeuticSuccess.

We are seeking a Pediatric Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in the Garland, Plano and North Dallas area.

Physical Therapist Assistants earn $12.50 per unit. Up to Four Units per hour. ($50.00)

Position Details:

A Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant provides coordinated physical therapy to pediatric patients of various ages in the home setting. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Essential functions:

• Design and administer the therapy treatment plan.
• Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• Health, vision, and dental insurance (multiple plan options available).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 2% after 1 year of employment.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on completed treatments and evaluations.
• Holiday pay for 7 observed holidays, equivalent to 126 additional units annually.
• Flexible work schedules choose when, where, and how much you work.
• Immediate medical coverage through the American Worker Plan (AWP).
• Direct deposit with access to past pay stubs via the company portal.
• User-friendly electronic documentation system (KanTime).
• Free Care.com membership for family care services.
• Mission-driven leadership and a supportive workplace culture.

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Current Texas State License as a Physical Therapist Assistant
• Current Texas Driver's License with reliable transportation
• Virtual Therapy experience