Physical Therapy Assistant — Sign-On Bonus & Career Growth

Universal Health Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Student loan refinancing

Job summary

Universal Health Services in Amarillo, TX is accepting applications for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). The role functions under the supervision of a physical medicine lead and a supervising therapist, delivering physical therapy modalities and wound care to a designated group of patients.

Qualifications include PTA licensure in the state and BLS from the American Heart Association, with English literacy required.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• BLS from the American Heart Association (or obtained during orientation) and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Ability to read, write and converse in English.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under supervision according to physician's orders and plan of care.
• Assists with wound care and topical medications as directed by the supervising therapist.
• Maintains communication with the supervising therapist to optimize therapy benefits.
• Delivers patient education per the plan of care and identifies additional education needs.
• Assists with discharge planning and addresses concerns with the supervising therapist.

Education

PTA Licensure

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Universal Health Services in Amarillo, TX is accepting applications for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). The role functions under the supervision of a physical medicine lead and a supervising therapist, delivering physical therapy modalities and wound care to a designated group of patients.

Qualifications include PTA licensure in the state and BLS from the American Heart Association, with English literacy required.