Physical Therapist Assistant Inpatient Rehab

Ascension Health; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join the Inpatient Rehabilitation team. This PRN role supports therapy under a PT plan of care, with duties including treatment interventions, documentation, and coordinating with therapy aides and students.

The position requires a Texas PTA credential within 6 months of hire and a BLS certification within 30 days, plus a high school diploma or GED. Join a mission-driven health system dedicated to patient care.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• PTA credentialed from the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
• Perform therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population.
• Document treatment interventions given.
• May coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students and other support personnel.

Skills

BLS Provider

Education

PTA credential (Texas Board)

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Waco, Texas

Facility: Ascension Providence

Department: Inpatient Rehabilitation (IPR)

Schedule: PRN | Days

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.

• Perform therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population.

• Document treatment interventions given.

• May coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students and other support personnel.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licenses/Certifications/Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) credentialed from the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

No additional preferences.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 26.49

Max Salary 36.93