Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Longview, TX is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team on a PRN/part-time basis. You will work under a licensed Physical Therapist to help restore function and mobility for rehabilitation patients in a dedicated unit.

This role requires an associate degree in PTA, an active PTA license in Texas, CPR certification, and preferably rehab or acute-care experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from PTA program required.
• Current PTA license in state of practice (Texas).
• CPR certification required.
• Rehab or acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA treatments under supervision of licensed PT.
• Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in PTA

Job description

Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Type: PRN

Your experience matters!

At CHRISTUS Health Rehabilitation Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person.

CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center- Longview and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, an operating division of Lifepoint Health, have formed a joint venture to operate Longview Rehabilitation Hospital.

With 36 private rooms, CHRISTUS Health Rehabilitation Hospital increases capacity for treating rehabilitation patients beyond the rehabilitation unit at CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, allowing the current inpatient rehabilitation unit to be repurposed to support acute care demand.

As a Physical Therapist 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:

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, assisting in restoring function and improving mobility.

Essential Functions

• Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
• Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Team-oriented and patient-focused with strong communication skills.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Education: Associate's degree from a PTA program.
• Experience: Rehab or acute care experience preferred.
• License: Current PTA license in state of practice.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

About us

CHRISTUS Health Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"CHRISTUS Health Rehabilitation Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer.CHRISTUS Health Rehabilitation Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.