Physical Therapist Assistant — Patient-Centric Care

Carle Health; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $1,500 for new grads; $

Relocation assistance available if you

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, adjusting plans of care as needed. The PTA will educate patients and families and collaborate with the health care team to support positive outcomes.

This position offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. The role emphasizes adherence to clinical policies and continued professional development within Carle Health's patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).
• Board Eligible/Required to successfully complete board exam on the next available exam date. Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.
• Follows the therapist's plan of care. Adjusts the treatment based on patient response and available evidence only after communicating with the evaluating therapist and documenting that communication in the daily note.
• Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Documentation Policy (CTSCP67). (23)
• If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.
• Follows treatment plan of care established by PT
• Provides treatment interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, ultrasound
• Administers electrical stimulation treatment
• Provides therapeutic exercise in the water (aquatic therapy)
• Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR
• Coordinates with PT on patient treatment interventions
• Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations

Education

Associate's Degree

Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, adjusting plans of care as needed. The PTA will educate patients and families and collaborate with the health care team to support positive outcomes.

This position offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. The role emphasizes adherence to clinical policies and continued professional development within Carle Health's patient-centered environment.