PTA - Long-Term Care Rehab, Day Shift (13-Week)

Cynet HealthStaff; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a 13-week assignment in Houston, TX. The role supports physical therapy interventions under a supervising PT and requires active PTA licensure plus LTC or rehab experience.

The PTA will administer treatments, document progress, and coordinate with the health team to optimize patient outcomes. Strong communication with patients and families is essential to the patient care plan.

Qualifications

• Active State Licensure as PTA
• PTA license required
• LTC or rehab experience is mandatory

Responsibilities

• Utilizes evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provides rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment to patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Administers procedures including manual techniques, ambulation, exercises, modalities, and use of assistive devices.
• Assesses patient progress and updates the supervising PT to adjust treatments.
• Reports outcomes and effectiveness of treatments to the supervising PT.
• Provides counseling to patients, families, and caregivers regarding physical disorders.
• Communicates with health team about patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Contributes to discharge summaries and documents in the electronic system as required.
• Participates in meetings, trainings, and conferences as required.
• Assists with obtaining DME or supplies per regulatory needs.
• Supervises and supports students under the PT's guidance.
• Adheres to APTA and state practice acts, codes of conduct and ethics.

Skills

PTA experience

LTC experience

Job description

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a 13-week assignment in Houston, TX. The role supports physical therapy interventions under a supervising PT and requires active PTA licensure plus LTC or rehab experience.

The PTA will administer treatments, document progress, and coordinate with the health team to optimize patient outcomes. Strong communication with patients and families is essential to the patient care plan.