Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our team at Kindred Hospital Dallas on a PRN schedule. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will help implement rehabilitation plans and assist patients in activities to restore function and independence.

Qualified candidates have an Associate Degree in PTA, current state PTA licensure, and CPR certification if required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Work in a team to provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting.
• Under supervision of the Physical Therapist, implement the patient's Care Plan for rehabilitation.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team; assist with scheduling and post charges to patient records.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory and accrediting requirements.
• Instruct patient family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
• Adhere to Company Code of Business Conduct and applicable laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Care quality

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree PTA

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

APhysical Therapy Assistant (PTA)who excels in this role will:

• 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. Additional requirements include:

• 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."