Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA Licensed

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join its team in the Mansfield area. This full-time position offers the opportunity to build meaningful therapist-patient relationships while providing essential care that enhances the well-being of patients. With a culture that emphasizes caring and community, you will have the chance to grow your career through continuing education and autonomy in your role. If you are passionate about delivering quality healthcare and making a difference in people's lives, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Continuing Education Opportunities

Career Growth Possibilities

Qualifications

• Current license to assist in physical therapy practice.
• CPR certification and dependable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being.
• Coordinate care with healthcare team and report patient responses to treatment.

Skills

Patient Education

Exercise Instruction

Gait Training

Functional Training

Education

Current PTA License

Current CPR Certification

1 Year Experience as PTA

Job description

Summary

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

Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $60,000 to $70,000 per year

At DFW Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it—benefiting 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
• Independence 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, 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, following the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; performing only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform; and making 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, nurse supervisor, and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the healthcare team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the Physical Therapy Assistant.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current license, registration, or certification to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the 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, veteran status, or any other legally 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

DFW Home Health Arlington - Arlington TX, part of LHC Group, is 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 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.