Physical Therapy Assistant | Weekends Only | PRN Opportunity

Longview Regional Medical Center; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend schedule

Job summary

Longview Regional Medical Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support the rehabilitation team with safe, evidence-based therapies for patients recovering from age-related conditions, injuries or congenital issues.

The role includes assisting PTs, implementing interventions, educating patients, and contributing to discharge planning while maintaining accurate documentation and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating and adjusting treatment plans.
• Implement interventions focusing on posture, balance, locomotion, strength, endurance, flexibility, and daily activities.
• Administer treatments under supervision, ensuring alignment with PT practices.
• Monitor progress and report to the supervising PT.
• Educate patients on exercises and self-management.
• Tailor approaches to patient age, background, and goals.
• Document care, plans, progress notes, and discharge recommendations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and participate in discharge planning.
• Maintain infection control and a safe environment.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Therapeutic techniques

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Organization skills

Privacy compliance

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Summary

The Physical Therapy Assistant administers therapeutic techniques and interventions designed to improve, maintain, or restore function for individuals affected by age, injury, disease, or congenital conditions. This role focuses on providing safe, effective, and evidence-based therapy services to support patient recovery and independence.

(PRN) PTA Weekends

Job Summary

The Physical Therapy Assistant administers therapeutic techniques and interventions designed to improve, maintain, or restore function for individuals affected by age, injury, disease, or congenital conditions. This role focuses on providing safe, effective, and evidence-based therapy services to support patient recovery and independence.

Essential Functions

• Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and collaborates on adjustments to achieve clinical outcomes.
• Implements therapeutic interventions that focus on posture, balance, locomotion, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, pain management, and daily functional abilities.
• Administers treatment methods and modalities under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, ensuring they align with current physical therapy practices.
• Monitors patient progress and provides timely feedback to the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient responses and treatment effectiveness.
• Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises, techniques, and self-management strategies that promote recovery and improve function.
• Ensures treatment approaches are tailored to the patient's age, developmental level, cultural background, and individual goals.
• Completes clear, concise, and accurate documentation of patient care, including treatment plans, interventions, progress notes, and discharge recommendations, adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care, including participation in discharge planning and recommendations for ongoing therapy or supportive services.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques, modalities, and interventions used in physical therapy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and team members.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate documentation and treatment planning.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to legal and regulatory standards.
• Physical stamina to assist patients with therapeutic activities and exercises.

Licenses and Certifications

• PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant licensed in state of employment required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required