Weekend PTA: Help Patients Reclaim Mobility

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

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.