Physical Therapy Assistant

Las Palmas Medical Center; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with a match

Education assistance

Job summary

Las Palmas Medical Center in El Paso is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to help treat patients with movement dysfunction and pain. This role involves executing treatment plans, managing documentation, and supervising junior staff.

The candidate will work primarily with orthopedic and neuro patients, and must hold relevant licensure. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• BCLS certification required.
• 1-2 years experience preferred, but new graduates accepted.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Complete documentation on the same day that treatment was rendered.
• Direct activities of PT Technicians, students, and volunteers.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team regarding patient status.

Skills

Knowledge of Physical Therapy principles and practices

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Experience in therapy setting

Education

Associate’s in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a Physical Therapy Assistant you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Las Palmas Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Las Palmas Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

Learn More About Employee Benefits.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:
Treats patients with movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease or other health related conditions. Treats disorders with physical agents and methods to assist in restoring normal function after illness or injury.

POPULATION SERVED:
Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient population(s) served: Orthopedic, neuro, spine care, pulmonary including but not limited to joint replacement, fractures, CVA/TIA, soft tissue injury, etc.

Essential Functions

• Treats Patients: Carries out treatment plan as directed by Physical Therapist. Communicates any changes in patient’s status to the physical therapist. Applies physical therapy techniques, procedures, exercises and therapeutic modalities appropriately, based on plan of care. Utilizes rehab equipment in a safe and effective manner. Modifies the treatment program when indicated, in conjunction with the licensed P.T. and the plan of care, in order to maximize patient progress.
• Documentation: Completes documentation on the same day that treatment was rendered. Documents on all appropriate forms. Documentation meets generally accepted professional standards.
• Supervision: Appropriately directs the activities of PT Technicians, students and volunteers. Ensures that treatment plans are carried out correctly by PT Technicians and students. Initiates corrective action (in conjunction with director) when individuals supervised fall below standards.
• Interdisciplinary Interactions: Communicates and collaborates with interdisciplinary team regarding: patient status, discharge plans, equipment needs, recommendations, and other patient issues, all of which are based upon the plan of care and discussions with the Physical Therapist when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
• BCLS

Required Education/Experience

• Associate’s in Physical Therapist Assistant

Preferred Education, Licensure, Certification, Experience, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• 1‑2 years experience in any therapy setting
• New graduates accepted
• Knowledge of Physical Therapy principles and practices, general anatomy and physiology, diseases and post‑surgical conditions, body movements and functions, and medical terminology.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

About Las Palmas Medical Center

Las Palmas Medical Center is a 300+ bed full‑service hospital in El Paso. It is home to the region’s only kidney transplant center. The facility offers a range of services including emergency care with a Level III trauma center, cardiac care, women’s services, pediatric care and NICU, cancer care, and more. Las Palmas Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.