Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA

Capitol Home Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol Home Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Austin, Texas. The PTA is responsible for delivering rehabilitative services under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist. The ideal candidate will work with patients facing musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary challenges, ensuring excellent customer service aligns with state and federal standards.

Requirements include graduating from an accredited PTA program, holding a valid license, and having a good communication background. Reliable transportation is also essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program approved by APTA.
• Current certification or license to practice under supervision.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality rehabilitative services under PT supervision.
• Work with patients having musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Promote excellent customer service.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

CPR Certification

Education

Associate's degree in science or applied science

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is responsible for providing quality rehabilitative services under the direction and supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist. The PTA will be working with patients that have musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary deficiencies. PTA will promote excellent customer service while adhering to state and federal standards.

COVERAGE AREA

• Areas surrounding 78745

REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program with either an Associate's degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• Current and unencumbered certification or license to practice physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist (PT) in the state of employment.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification. Must have obtained in-person with a practical skills evaluation as part of the final test.
• Access to reliable transportation.