Physical Therapist Assistant Womens Pelvic Health

Southwest Sport and Spine Center, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Southwest Sport & Spine Center, in El Paso, TX, is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant with a passion for Women’s Health and Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation. You will work under a licensed PT to treat pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy- and postpartum-related conditions, urinary and bowel issues, pelvic pain, diastasis recti, and other related orthopedics.

You will help patients restore function and quality of life through individualized treatments, education, and collaborative

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license in New Mexico and/or Texas.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatment interventions under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist and in accordance with the established Plan of Care.
• Progress therapeutic exercise programs, neuromuscular reeducation, functional movement training, and patient-specific home exercise programs.
• Report significant patient findings, concerns, or changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist immediately.
• Document treatment sessions, progress notes, patient responses, and home program updates accurately and timely.
• Educate patients regarding anatomy, body mechanics, pelvic health wellness, self-management techniques, and prescribed exercise programs.
• Promote patient engagement, compliance, and confidence throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Maintain sensitivity, professionalism, and patient dignity when discussing pelvic health concerns.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Documentation

Patient education

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

Position Title: Physical Therapist Assistant - Women's Pelvic Health

Location: El Paso, TX / Las Cruces, NM

Reports To: Clinical Director / Supervising Physical Therapist

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

FYZICAL & Southwest Sport & Spine Center is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and patient-centered Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with a passion for Women's Health and Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation. This position works under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide evidence-based treatment for women experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy and postpartum-related conditions, urinary and bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain, diastasis recti, and other orthopedic conditions affecting women's health.

The Pelvic Health PTA will play an integral role in helping patients restore function, improve quality of life, and achieve their personal goals through individualized treatment interventions, patient education, and collaborative care.

Essential Job Functions

Clinical Care

Provide physical therapy treatment interventions under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist and in accordance with the established Plan of Care.

• Pelvic floor dysfunction
• Urinary incontinence and urgency
• Pelvic pain conditions
• Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions
• Postpartum recovery needs
• Diastasis recti
• Core and lumbopelvic dysfunction
• Orthopedic and sports medicine conditions affecting women

Progress therapeutic exercise programs, neuromuscular reeducation, functional movement training, and patient-specific home exercise programs.

Report significant patient findings, concerns, or changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist immediately.

Document treatment sessions, progress notes, patient responses, and home program updates accurately and timely.

Patient Education

Educate patients regarding anatomy, body mechanics, pelvic health wellness, self-management techniques, and prescribed exercise programs.

Promote patient engagement, compliance, and confidence throughout the rehabilitation process.

Maintain sensitivity, professionalism, and patient dignity when discussing pelvic health concerns.

Preferred Women's Health Responsibilities

• Assist with internal and external pelvic floor treatment programs as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist and permitted by state regulations.
• Reinforce education related to prenatal and postpartum rehabilitation.
• Support patients recovering from gynecological, urogynecological, and abdominal surgeries.
• Assist with specialized pelvic floor exercise progression and core stabilization programs.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license in New Mexico and/or Texas, as applicable.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred

• Previous experience in Women's Health, Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation, OB/GYN, or Orthopedic Physical Therapy.
• Coursework in pelvic health training.
• Experience treating prenatal and postpartum populations.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Physical Requirements

Consistent with industry standards and clinic operations:

• Ability to lift and transfer patients safely.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and manual therapeutic activities.
• Lift and carry 5-35 pounds routinely.
• Push and maneuver clinical equipment as necessary.
• Demonstrate sufficient strength and endurance to assist patients safely during treatment activities.

Exposure Determination

Potential exposure to hazardous substances due to work duties.

Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens due to patient care responsibilities.

HIPAA Compliance Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will have authorized access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and Electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI) based on job responsibilities and the minimum necessary standard. The employee is expected to maintain strict confidentiality, comply with all HIPAA regulations and organizational privacy policies, complete required training, and immediately report any suspected privacy or security incidents.