Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN Weekends

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM seeks a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to support children and adults in recovering function through evidence-based therapy.

You will collaborate with Physical Therapists, educate patients and families, and ensure accurate documentation while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting.
• PTA license required in state of employment.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating treatment effectiveness and adjust plans to achieve outcomes.
• Implement interventions focusing on posture, balance, locomotion, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, pain management, and daily activities.
• Administer treatment methods under supervision, ensuring alignment with current practice.
• Monitor patient progress and report responses to the supervising therapist.
• Educate patients on exercises, techniques, and self-management strategies.
• Tailor treatment approaches to patient age, development, culture, and goals.
• Complete clear, concise documentation of care and discharge recommendations.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including discharge planning and referrals for ongoing therapy.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment per infection control protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Team collaboration

Communication

Documentation

Infection control

Education

PTA Certification or License

Job description

Job Summary

The Physical Therapy Assistant administers therapeutic techniques and interventions designed to improve, maintain, or restore function for children and adults affected by age, injury, disease, or congenital conditions. This role focuses on providing safe, effective, and evidence-based therapy services to support patient recovery and independence.

Essential Functions

• Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and collaborates on adjustments to achieve clinical outcomes across diverse patient populations.
• Implements therapeutic interventions that focus on posture, balance, locomotion, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, pain management, and daily functional abilities.
• Administers treatment methods and modalities under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, ensuring they align with current physical therapy practices.
• Monitors patient progress and provides timely feedback to the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient responses and treatment effectiveness.
• Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises, techniques, and self-management strategies that promote recovery and improve function.
• Ensures treatment approaches are tailored to the patient’s age, developmental level, cultural background, and individual goals.
• Completes clear, concise, and accurate documentation of patient care, including treatment plans, interventions, progress notes, and discharge recommendations, adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care, including participation in discharge planning and recommendations for ongoing therapy or supportive services.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques, modalities, and interventions used in physical therapy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and team members.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate documentation and treatment planning.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to legal and regulatory standards.
• Physical stamina to assist patients with therapeutic activities and exercises.

Licenses and Certifications

• PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant license in state of employment required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required