Physical Therapy Assistant: Sign-On Bonus & Growth

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus program

Loan forgiveness program

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver patient-centered care under the supervision of a physical therapist. The PTA will implement treatment plans, perform wound care, and document progress in collaboration with the evaluating therapist.

The role requires current PTA licensure, BLS certification, and strong communication with patients and care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care in accordance with physician's orders and plan of care established by the evaluating physical therapist, including wound care and the application of topical medications
• Takes measurements and assessments of patient status, within the limitations of licensure and ability, as appropriate in carrying out the plan of care
• Maintains communication and collaboration with the evaluating physical therapist to promote maximum benefits from therapy
• Implements education plan as outlined by the evaluating therapist, determines additional educational needs of the patient, family, caregiver or significant other as they arise and in collaboration with the evaluating therapist and provides education to meet those needs
• Follows plan for discharge and discusses with the evaluating therapist any additional discharge concerns that arise during care
• Communicates with patient, family, caregivers, significant other and members of the healthcare team to promote maximum benefit of care
• Measures progress to assist in assessing the effectiveness of the treatment given and collaborates with the evaluating therapist to modify treatment to achieve goals

Skills

English proficiency

Education

PTA licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver patient-centered care under the supervision of a physical therapist. The PTA will implement treatment plans, perform wound care, and document progress in collaboration with the evaluating therapist.

The role requires current PTA licensure, BLS certification, and strong communication with patients and care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.