PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT - PTA

BrightSpring Health Services; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement and discounts

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discounts

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services in Irving, Texas, is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to be an integral part of the patient care team. This role involves assisting patients, collaborating with Physical Therapists, and maintaining thorough documentation of care. Candidates should have an accredited Associates degree and a valid Texas license. This position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must have a current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Texas.
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Ability to educate patients and their families effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in exercise, ambulation, and the application of assistive devices.
• Evaluate and support patient treatment plans in collaboration with Physical Therapist.
• Document all care provided thoroughly and promptly.

Skills

Patient care assistance

Exercise and ambulation support

Documentation skills

Effective communication

Education

Associates degree from an accredited college

Current license to practice in Texas

Job description

Our Company

Pate Rehabilitation

Overview

Pate Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. This is a great opportunity to be a critical member of the patient care team and provide valuable support to our patients. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Short- and long-term disability
• PayOUT daily pay option*
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and discounts
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts

*Eligibility based on location

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in exercise, ambulation, functional activities, and the application/use of assistive devices in accordance with the treatment plan established by the Physical Therapist
• Assist Physical Therapist in the execution of patient evaluations and complex treatment procedures
• Educate patients, families, and other health workers on selected procedures and functional activities as directed by Physical Therapist
• Participate in ongoing program evaluation and development
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation of all care provided
• Maintain working knowledge of and adherence to the Physical Therapy Practice Ace and Code of Ethics
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university required
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Texas required
• Must pass all pre-employment and employment verifications

About our Line of Business

Pate Rehabilitation, an affiliate of Rehab Without Walls, provides evidence-based physical, occupational, speech/language, and neurocognitive therapies, as well as vocational rehabilitation, to advance and accelerate patient recovery – helping individuals suffering from an acquired brain injury return to a high quality of life. For more information, please visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com/pate-rehab. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.