Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

BrightSpring Health Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid drive time

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a PRN position. This role offers flexible scheduling and focuses on individual therapy in real-world settings.

The ideal candidate should possess a current PTA license in Texas, effective communication skills, and a strong understanding of neuro rehabilitation. Responsibilities include providing therapy services and maintaining treatment documentation.

Qualifications

• License as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Texas.
• Experience in neuro rehabilitation techniques preferred.
• Effective communication in verbal and written forms.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned PT services supervised by a qualified Physical Therapist.
• Maintain patient treatment and billing documentation.
• Attend staff development programs and obtain continuing education.

Skills

Neuro rehab experience

Communication skills

Strong organization skills

Education

Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Current Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – PRN – San Antonio, TX

Job Location: San Antonio, TX.

Overview

Who we're looking for:

• PTA – PRN with flexible hours/days – no weekend shifts
• Enjoys individual, functional therapy in real-world settings
• Neuro rehab experience preferred (stroke, TBI, SCI)
• You enjoy flexibility, clinical autonomy, and working on a collaborative rehab team

What you will receive:

• PRN – Flexible schedule created by you
• Pay per hour (not PPV)
• Paid drive time + mileage
• No weekends, no OASIS
• Real-world neuro rehab focus
• Serve as primary therapist across the treatment plan

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Physical Therapist in accordance with the patient's Plan of Treatment.
• Confers with Physical Therapist regularly regarding the patient's plan of treatment, status of progress towards goals, questions and concerns.
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment, treatment and department areas.
• Reports any problems with department equipment to the appropriate personnel to ensure that it is maintained in good working order.
• Communicates patient's needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function, incorporating the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehabilitation program.
• Maintains and submits patient treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations.
• Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws.
• Attends, participates in, and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state in which practicing.
• Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, in accordance with state regulations.
• A minimum of one year's work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury.
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions.
• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail.