Physical Therapist Assistant — Rehab & Mobility Specialist

St Luke's Health - Patients Medical Center; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's Health - Patients Medical Center in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support the physical therapy team under supervision, helping patients improve mobility and manage pain after injuries or illness.

Responsibilities include administering exercises and modalities, instructing patients, documenting progress, fitting and training patients in mobility aids, and supporting a collaborative interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an approved PTA program.
• Current Texas State Licensure (PTA).
• Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered.
• CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers exercises and modalities per plan of care.
• Instructs and motivates patients in functional activities.
• Observes and documents patient responses and progress.
• Fits and trains patients with braces, prostheses, and mobility aids.
• Performs clerical duties as needed.
• Supports positive customer service and collaborates with the team.
• Provides feedback to enhance department operations and documents care.
• Uses information systems to access and document patient care information.

Education

Associate’s Degree (PTA)

Job description

St. Luke's Health - Patients Medical Center in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support the physical therapy team under supervision, helping patients improve mobility and manage pain after injuries or illness.

Responsibilities include administering exercises and modalities, instructing patients, documenting progress, fitting and training patients in mobility aids, and supporting a collaborative interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.