Physical Therapy Assistant - The Heights - PRN - Days

OakBend Medical Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will provide essential physical therapy services under the guidance of experienced professionals, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care. Your responsibilities will include implementing treatment plans, assisting in patient rehabilitation, and serving as a valuable resource for your colleagues. This position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact the well-being of patients across all age groups. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Eligible for or licensed by Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide various methods of Physical Therapy according to patient treatment plan.
• Serve as a resource person for PT's, PT Assistants, and PT Aides.

Skills

Knowledge of regulations

Quality patient care

Ability to treat patients of all ages

Education

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Director of Rehab Services and Physical Therapist, to provide various methods of Physical Therapy according to patient treatment plan. To serve as a resource person for PT's, PT Assistants, and PT Aides.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience in Physical Therapy preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Eligible for or licensed by Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Basic Life Support certification required through the American Heart Association or other pre-approved accredited certification program.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of regulations, QA and procedures, and quality patient care. Successful completion department specific and/or hospital required training courses. Must be able to treat patients of all ages from pediatric to geriatric.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Normally scheduled 8-hour work days, Monday - Friday; however, additional hours may be required due to increase in workload, assignment and completion of special projects. Must be flexible if required to work long or irregular hours.