Physical Therapy Assistant

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio, TX seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering patient care to inpatients and outpatients. You will assist with treatment programs, ensure safety and cleanliness of the care area, and help maintain equipment for smooth operations.

Collaboration with the health care team is essential. The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree from a PTA program, and while professional clinical experience is not required, at least one

Qualifications

• Associates Degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Professional clinical experience not required.
• A minimum of one year of experience as a physical therapist assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out physical therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients under the direction and supervision of licensed physical therapists.
• Perform technical work in all phases of patient treatment.
• Assist in maintaining safety and cleanliness of the patient care area, supplies and equipment in optimum condition to facilitate smooth operations.
• Participate effectively with other members of the health care team for maximum patient benefit and efficiency.

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in carrying out physical therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients under the direction and supervision of licensed physical therapists. Performs technical work in all phases of patient treatment.Assists in maintaining safety and cleanliness of the patient care area, supplies and equipment in optimum condition to facilitate smooth operations.Participates effectively with other members of the health care team for maximum patient benefit and efficiency.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program. Professional clinical experience not required.A minimum of one year of experience as a physical therapist assistant is preferred.

LICENSURE

Must have and maintain a current license to practice as a physical therapist assistant issued by the Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card.