What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN - Fort Worth (19938) position at Cantex?
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care Communities, and/or Home Health
SNF:
The Harrison at Heritage - Fort Worth
Hollymead - Flower Mound
The Carlyle at Stonebridge Park
HH:
Ft Worth, Roanoke, Flower Mound, Irving, Grand Prairie, Arlington, Bedford, Colleyville, Haslett, North Richland Hills, Keller, Southlake, Azle, Rhome, Burleson
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides high-quality physical therapy services to patients in Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, and Home Health settings under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA plays a key role in helping patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional independence while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in accordance with established treatment plans and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package
Please visit pivot-rehab.com for more information on this location.
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SNF:
The Harrison at Heritage - Fort Worth
Hollymead - Flower Mound
The Carlyle at Stonebridge Park
HH:
Ft Worth, Roanoke, Flower Mound, Irving, Grand Prairie, Arlington, Bedford, Colleyville, Haslett, North Richland Hills, Keller, Southlake, Azle, Rhome, Burleson
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides high-quality physical therapy services to patients in Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, and Home Health settings under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA plays a key role in helping patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional independence while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in accordance with established treatment plans and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver physical therapy interventions as outlined in the patient’s plan of care and under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Provide treatment to patients across SNF, LTC, and home health environments, adapting care to meet individual patient needs
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, functional mobility, gait training, balance activities, and use of adaptive equipment
- Observe, monitor, and report patient progress, responses to treatment, and any changes in condition to the Physical Therapist
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety awareness, and strategies to promote independence and prevent injury
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Maintain a safe treatment environment and follow infection control and safety protocols
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support coordinated and effective patient care
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations, including HIPAA and clinical practice standards
- Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and respect in all patient and family interactions
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
- Current Physical Therapist Assistance license in good standing (state-specific)
- Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or home health preferred (new graduates welcome to apply)
- Strong clinical, communication, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
- Flexible part-time schedule
- Supportive leadership and collaborative care model
- Opportunity to work across multiple care settings
- Meaningful work making a direct impact on patient outcomes
We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package
Please visit pivot-rehab.com for more information on this location.
#INDPTA