Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) PRN

Lifepoint Health; Temple (TX); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Temple Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for PRN coverage in our inpatient rehabilitation setting in Temple, TX. You will assist licensed PTs, contribute to goal-oriented mobility programs, and support interdisciplinary care teams.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient responses, ensuring safety, and documenting progress to help patients regain function after injuries or illnesses.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Team-oriented and patient-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy interventions under PT supervision.
• Assist patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and document progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure a safe treatment environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ASPTA degree

Job description

Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Type: PRN

Your experience matters!

At Temple 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.

Temple Rehabilitation Hospital is a 36-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation facility located at 23621 SE H.K. Dodgen Loop in Temple, Texas. It's designed to help individuals recover from serious injuries or illnesses that have significantly impacted their ability to function independently.

• Specialized Rehabilitation Programs: Tailored care for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputation, orthopedic trauma, and other neurological or complex conditions.

• Intensive Therapy Model: Patients receive at least three hours of physical, occupational, and/or speech therapy per day, five days a week, under the supervision of a rehabilitation physician.

• State-of-the-Art Facility: Offers modern therapy equipment and private rooms to support a comfortable and focused recovery environment.

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

Position Summary

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

Temple Rehabilitation Hospital is located in Temple, TX, and 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

"Temple Rehabilitation Hospital" is an Equal Opportunity Employer. "Temple Rehabilitation Hospital" is 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. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.