Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Full Time

Aviator Home Health; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance with HSA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K after 12 months

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

A physical therapist assistant (PTA) provides coordinated physical therapy to patients of all ages under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist at Aviator Home Health in Richardson, TX. This full-time role emphasizes evidence-based practice and hands-on patient care, with an emphasis on orthopedic manual therapy and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications include an associate degree and Texas licensure; new grads are welcome.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current Texas State License to practice physical therapy.
• New grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT.
• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to teach patient and family.
• Completes documentation in a timely manner.
• Applies infection control concepts to prevent disease transmission.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Full Time# Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Full TimeRichardson, TX 75080## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeCategoryPhysical Therapist Assistant (PTA)## Description***Are you a new graduate? We want you! Are you a seasoned professional? We want you! Are you new to home health? We want you too!***Come join our dynamic therapy staff based on proven, evidence-based methodology and trusted philosophy with special emphasis on delivering the highest level of skilled home health care. Would you like to sharpen your clinical skills, specifically orthopedic manual therapy? Check out our mentorship opportunities with experienced, skilled manual-based therapists.**Salary is based on many factors, including but not limited to education, experience and location. Clinicians are in complete control of their earning potential. Compensation is directly tied to effort; the more efficient you are the higher the earning potential.** Aviator Home Health is changing the culture and experience of home health for the better! Come join an elite team of physical therapists who believe in having a hands-on approach to patient care and no cookie-cutter treatments! With Aviator, you're not just a clinician out in the field, you'll be part of a CLINICAL TEAM that works together for the betterment of our patients with unparalleled support from our office and management staff. **Job Summary:**A Physical Therapist Assistant who provides coordinated physical therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.**Essential Functions:*** Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT* Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to participate in teaching the patient and family* Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner* Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease* Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients* Meets mandatory continuing education requirements; participates in in service programs* Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency* Proficient and comfortable using technology to communicate and perform essential job functions.**Job Qualifications:** *Education*: Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy *Licensure*: Current Texas State License to practice physical therapy *Experience*: Prior experience as a PTA a plus but new grads welcome!Aviator Home Health provides full time employees benefits including:* Paid Time Off* Medical Insurance with Opportunity for HSA* Dental Insurance* Vision Insurance* 401K after 12 months of employment* Supplementary Benefits* Complementary $25k of Basic Life and AD&D* Supplemental Group Life and AD&D for Spouse and Children* Mileage ReimbursementAviator Home Health is one of the fastest growing companies in the DFW. We pride ourselves in excellent patient care which is made possible by our highly skilled, talented and caring Aviator staff! We love our employees, and we understand that we wouldn’t be able to do what we do without them.