Physical Therapy Assistant

Traditions Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Traditions Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide coordinated therapy to patients of all ages under supervision. The role requires an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy and involves both clinical tasks and strong interpersonal skills. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered to eligible employees.

Benefits

Health insurance options (BCBS)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Generous PTO

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant.
• Valid and current auto liability insurance required.
• Ability to lift, bend, pull, and push regularly.

Responsibilities

• Provides coordinated physical therapy under supervision of a PT.
• Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
• Applies concepts of infection control in patient care.

Skills

Therapy skills

Good interpersonal skills

Reliability

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

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A Physical Therapy Assistant who provides coordinated physical therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist

Job Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.

Knowledge and Skills: Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies; Good interpersonal skills; Proof of Hepatitis profile

Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Works in a health care facility or patients residence in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort

Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing and standing. Prolonged standing and walking required. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualized psycho- social needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Essential Functions

• Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT.
• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to participate in teaching the patient and family.
• Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
• Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements; participates in inservice programs
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
  
  

Benefits & More

Traditions Health is highly invested in not only your overall health, but also your future. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our employees. Benefits for eligible employees include:

• Full range of health insurance-medical (BCBS with 3 medical plan options), dental & vision.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness
• Employee Assistant Program
• Generous PTO (that increases with your tenure)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Mileage reimbursement
• Continuing education opportunities
  
  

Traditions' Health aspires to maintain a market competitive, internally equitable, and performance-based rewards program in order to attract, retain, and motivate employees. This philosophy includes to pay commensurate with experience, skills, competencies, and individual performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Traditions Health is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination of any kind based on race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other legally protected characteristic.

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  Health Care Provider

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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