Physical Therapy Assistants

Brookdale; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare organization is seeking a Per Diem Pool Physical Therapy Assistant in San Antonio, TX. The role includes providing physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed therapist. Ideal candidates will hold an Associate's degree, have a valid state license, and possess at least two years of experience. The position offers a dynamic work environment dedicated to patient care, with a flexible schedule that may involve evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Completion of the state exam.
• Physical therapy assistant license in the state of practice.
• Two years physical therapy experience.
• Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct physical therapy services to patients.
• Work in accordance with physicians' orders and Brookdale policies.
• Assist in the screenings of patients and document progress.
• Help develop programming to support patient recovery.
• Develop home or community exercise plans to support recovery.

Skills

Knowledge of physical therapy techniques

Patient assessment skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Tools

PTA license

State exam completion

Job description

A career with Brookdale has never been so rewarding! Brookdale's Skilled Nursing Home Care and Rehabilitation communities offer an atmosphere that that feels more like a family than just a job. With locations all throughout the country, we get the opportunity to enrich thousands of lives every day. We are a trusted partner because we truly listen to the needs and wishes of our residents and their families, then customize a solution that puts that life within reach. We help residents recover with dignity while receiving compassionate care, personal attention and professional services. As with all other Brookdale solutions, those who serve our residents in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments do so because it is their calling to serve others with passion, courage and true sense of partnership.

Brookdale. Bringing new life to senior living.

Job Description

Brookdale Healthcare Services is looking for a Per Diem Pool Physical Therapy Assistants to provide therapy services in the San Antonio, TX area. Join a dynamic team of health care providers focused on health, wellness and prevention for all our patients.

Our communities include: Park Lane West/Alamo Heights and Patriot Heights

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct physical therapy services to patients by assisting in the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation
• Work in accordance with physicians' orders and adhere to applicable principles and practices of physical therapy, Brookdale policies/procedures, and state regulations
• Under the direction of a licensed physical therapist, assist in the screenings of patients, deliver treatment and appropriately document progress
• Assist with selecting Physical Therapy techniques and sequence of activities, and adapting such techniques as indicated by patient performance
• Help develop appropriate home or community programming to support the patient's continued recovery in his or her own environment

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an acredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Completion of the state exam
• Physical therapy assistant license in the state of practice
• Two years physical therapy experience
• Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Brookdale is an EOE-(Equal Opportunity Employer) and drug free work place