Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health®; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) at Kindred Hospital Dallas. Your role will involve providing compassionate rehabilitation care, helping patients restore their abilities under the guidance of a Physical Therapist.

To qualify, you must have an Associate Degree in a Physical Therapy Assistant program and hold current state licensure. Join us to make a significant impact in the lives of the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification (when required).

Responsibilities

• Provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting.
• Implement the patient's Care Plan under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulations.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient documentation

Teamwork

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Dallas

Schedule: PRN

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

• Work in a team where you will provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting.
• Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, you will implement the patient's Care Plan for rehabilitation. Help mentally and/or physically impaired patients to participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance.
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant/PTA program culminating in an Associate Degree.

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA program culminating in an Associate Degree.
• Current state licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA or equivalent in the states where services are rendered.
• CPR certification (when required).

EEOC Statement

"KH-Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KH-Dallas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."