Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN

Kindred Healthcare; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join their interdisciplinary team. The role involves implementing treatment programs, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring quality patient care. Ideal candidates will have state licensure and a passion for helping patients recover through tailored rehabilitation programs.

Benefits

401k + Match

Professional development and advancement opportunities

Strong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunities

Supportive leadership and culture

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Implement comprehensive treatment programs under PT supervision.
• Communicate and collaborate with support personnel regarding treatment.
• Provide treatment to diverse diagnostic populations.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Collaboration

Education

State Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant

BLS/CPR Certification

Job 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. 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!

Our 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:

1. Under guidance of supervising PT: Acquire pertinent information and implement comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; review and modify treatment in response to changing patient needs; identify equipment and discharge needs.
2. Be aware of patient injury/diagnosis and take all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.
3. Assist the patient in preparing for treatment/modality as necessary.
4. Provide treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and complete supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.
5. Communicate and collaborate with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising PT.
6. Apply physical agents, therapeutic exercises, or gait-training activities as outlined by the licensed PT, in the patient POC. Progress patients appropriately when deemed necessary by the PT.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Previous experience in patient care preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

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.