Physical Therapy Assistant

Las-Palmas-Del-Sol-Healthcar; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) Plan with match

Job summary

Las Palmas Medical Center seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient recovery from injury or illness. The PTA will implement treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with the Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Requirements include an active Texas PTA license, BCLS, and 1–2 years of therapy experience or willingness to hire new graduates. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Texas.
• BCLS certification.
• Associates in Physical Therapist Assistant required; New graduates accepted.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Document treatment and patient progress the same day.
• Supervise PT Technicians, students, and volunteers.
• Communicate patient status and discharge needs with the therapist.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Team collaboration

Education

Associates in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

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 populations 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

• Associates 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

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 benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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.

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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.