Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN to join their interdisciplinary team. This role involves providing specialized care to patients recovering from various conditions, ensuring superior patient outcomes, and collaborating with healthcare professionals in a supportive environment.

Benefits

401k + Match

Professional development and advancement opportunities

Strong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunities

Supportive leadership and culture

Qualifications

• State licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant is required.
• BLS/CPR certification is mandatory.
• Previous experience in patient care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment programs under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Document patient progress and modify treatment as needed.
• Communicate with support personnel regarding treatment orders.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Current BLS/CPR certification

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Description

A career at Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth, a state-of-the-art, 66-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital owned and operated exclusively by Lifepoint Rehabilitation, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Fort Worth area need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

• 401k + Match
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Targeted approach to career development
• Strong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunities
• Superior quality patient outcomes
• Supportive leadership and culture

What You Will Do In This Role

• Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs
• Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions
• Assists the patient in the preparation for treatment/modality as necessary
• Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act
• Communicates and collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT
• Applies the physical agents, therapeutic exercises or gait-training activities as outlined by the licensed PT, in the patient POC. Progresses patients in an appropriate manner when deemed necessary by the PT
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant
• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred
• Current BLS/CPR

Additional Information

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.