Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA Licensed

LHC Group; Crockett (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LHC Group is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant in Crockett. This role involves patient care, building therapeutic relationships, and complying with state laws, offering benefits including flexible scheduling and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Career growth possibilities

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to assist in physical therapy.
• One year of experience as a licensed PTA required.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs patients in therapy practices.
• Observes and records patient progress.
• Coordinates care with healthcare team.

Skills

Patient relationship building

Physical therapy support

Education

Current licensed or registered PTA

Current CPR certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA Licensed

We are hiring for a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant in the Crockett area.

Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $60000 to $70000 per year

At CHRISTUS HomeCare, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve — it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• flexible scheduling and autonomy

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Summary

We are hiring for a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant in the Crockett area.

Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $60000 to $70000 per year

At CHRISTUS HomeCare, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve — it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• flexible scheduling and autonomy
• career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the Physical Therapy Assistant.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Additional State Requirements

• TX: Must have one (1) year of experience as a licensed PTA.

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Company Overview LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic. At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits
CHRISTUS HomeCare a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

About the company

LHC Group, Inc. is a national provider of in-home healthcare services and innovations, providing quality, value-based healthcare to patients primarily within the comfort and privacy of their home or place of residence. LHC Group’s services cover a wide range of healthcare needs for patients and families dealing with illness, injury, or chronic conditions. The company’s 32,000 employees deliver home health, hospice, home and community based services, and facility-based care in 35 states and the District of Columbia – reaching 60 percent of the U.S. population aged 65 and older. LHC Group is the preferred in-home healthcare partner for 350 leading hospitals around the country.

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