Physical Therapy Assistant — Rehab & Mobility in Secure Care

Advanced Specialty Hospitals; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Houston Specialty Hospital is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join a team providing rehabilitative services under the direction of a Physical Therapist in a newly renovated facility in Spring, TX. The role supports incarcerated individuals with physical impairments, focusing on recovery and functional independence while adhering to security protocols.

The position offers full-time and PRN opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• One (1) year PTA experience in hospital or correctional healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities as outlined by supervising PT.
• Instruct and motivate patients to perform prescribed activities to restore strength and mobility.
• Monitor and document patient progress, tolerance, and response to interventions.
• Report changes in patient condition to supervising PT for treatment plan adjustments.
• Educate patients on safe movement patterns and injury prevention techniques.
• Prepare treatment areas and equipment, ensuring safety, cleanliness and infection control.
• Collaborate with correctional healthcare staff to coordinate patient care and maintain security procedures.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in medical records per facility and regulatory standards.
• Support staff training on patient mobility, safety, and injury prevention as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Infection control

Education

Graduation from an accredited PTA program

Job description

Advanced Houston Specialty Hospital is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join a team providing rehabilitative services under the direction of a Physical Therapist in a newly renovated facility in Spring, TX. The role supports incarcerated individuals with physical impairments, focusing on recovery and functional independence while adhering to security protocols.

The position offers full-time and PRN opportunities.