Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health agency is seeking a full- or part-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to assist in implementing treatment plans for pediatric patients. This role requires a Texas PTA License and offers competitive compensation with extensive benefits including major medical coverage, flexible scheduling, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Major Medical Health Insurance Coverage

Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

401K

Flexible Scheduling

Annual Vehicle Giveaway

Free In-House CEUs - In Person / Virtual / On Demand

Qualifications

• Texas State PTA License required.
• Current CPR certification needed.
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment plans.
• Provide quality care and develop goals for patient improvement.
• Document patient care in the electronic medical record system.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Analytical Skills

Education

Texas State PTA License

Current CPR certification

Job description

Angels of Care currently has an opportunity for a full- or part-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health is a

clinician-owned and operated

home health agency with experienced and knowledgeable staff serving the special needs community. We

care deeply

for our communities and

dedicate

significant time

and resources

to local events and charities for families of children and young adults with special needs. We go above and beyond for our employees, providing the necessary supports and resources to ensure their success, including continuing education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.

Pay Range: $42,000 - $86,000

Job Description:

A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will assist a Physical Therapist in implementing a treatment plan to support pediatric patients with physical, neurological, cognitive, and social/emotional disabilities or delays by planning and administering physical therapy services in the home and community.

Responsibilities:

• Provides quality care and meets the needs of the patient and family by performing evaluations and interpreting assessment results; developing goals appropriate to the child; creating and implementing physical therapy treatment plans in conjunction with the physician.
• Assists pediatric patients in developing or regaining physical, neurological, cognitive, and/or social/emotional functioning and improving independence by implementing skilled interventions to maximize each child's potential.
• Participates in educating, coaching, and empowering caregivers and families to develop skills for carrying over therapeutic activities into daily routines.
• Coordinates with referral partners, including Early Intervention Colorado, to provide services according to physician orders and IFSP.
• Ensures continuation of therapeutic plans after discharge by designing and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs.
• Documents patient care services and care coordination in an electronic medical record system.
• Maintains patient confidentiality by keeping information secure.

Requirements:

• Texas State PTA License
• Current CPR certification
• A minimum of 1 year of experience preferred

Benefits:

• Patient-centered care
• Company culture founded on supporting employees and patients
• Part-Time and Full-Time Compensation Programs
• Major Medical Health Insurance Coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurances
• $15,000 Employer Paid Life Insurance for Full-Time
• Supplemental Life, Spousal Life, and Child Life Insurance Options
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• CEU Reimbursement
• Professional License Reimbursement
• Tablet provided for documentation
• Flexible Scheduling
• In-depth Orientation and Training
• Ongoing Support and Mentoring
• Annual Vehicle Giveaway
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Free In-House CEUs - In Person / Virtual / On Demand
• Documentation Bonus
• No Show Stipend
• After 5 pm Visit Bonus
• Multiple Annual Bonus Opportunities
• Access to Q-Global
• Pet Insurance
• Home and Auto Insurance Discounts
• Employer Paid Mental Healthcare