Physical Therapist Assistant: Lymphedema & Neuro Focus

Balanced Physical Therapy + Wellness; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Balanced Physical Therapy + Wellness is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join a Lymphedema and Neurological focused team in Albuquerque. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care in a learning-focused, vibrant family practice environment.

Responsibilities include providing PT services under supervision, identifying care issues, administering treatments, and maintaining accurate documentation while promoting wellness and safe practices.

Qualifications

• PTA program completion from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice as a PTA where required.
• Ability to promote wellness and patient education.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under supervision of a PT.
• Identifies patient care issues to support therapist effectiveness.
• Administers treatment programs and documents progress.
• Performs patient interviews and basic exams to update therapy histories.
• Assists with evaluating conditions based on therapist interpretations.
• Documents care in patient records and department files.
• Guides patients in exercises and daily living activities.
• Instructs patients in use of assistive devices and safety routines.
• Ensures a safe, clean work environment per regulations.
• Keeps knowledge up to date through ongoing education and professional activities.

Skills

Physiological knowledge

Health promotion

Safe environment

Motivating others

Organization

Bedside manner

Patient services

Healthcare administration

Documentation

Listening & communication

Education

Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Balanced Physical Therapy + Wellness is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join a Lymphedema and Neurological focused team in Albuquerque. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care in a learning-focused, vibrant family practice environment.

Responsibilities include providing PT services under supervision, identifying care issues, administering treatments, and maintaining accurate documentation while promoting wellness and safe practices.