Physical Therapy Assistant

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient care at our Austin location. The role focuses on assisting therapists, implementing prescribed therapy plans, and promoting functional recovery.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, document progress, and help patients manage pain and regain mobility in a clinical setting. This PRN position offers flexibility to fit fluctuating schedules and provides opportunities to contribute to

Responsibilities

• Project a professional image.
• Know regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Identify and implement components of the physical therapy process.
• Identify learning needs and teach patients and families.
• Communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals.
• Apply professional standards of practice in job situations.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills.
• Provide strong customer service.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Be proficient with personal computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Follow additional qualifications/skills as outlined in the full job description.

Job description

Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant for our Austin location.

Job Purpose

Restores patient's function, alleviates pain and prevents disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to identify and implement components of the physical therapy process.
• Identify learning needs and teach patients and families.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals.
• Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills.
• Strong customer service.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Additional Qualifications/Skills as outlined in the full job description.