Physical Therapist Assistant FT - Neuro Therapy Institute

• Sign On Bonus: 1 year $5,000 or 2 years $10,0002.
• Referral Bonus: $1,5003.
• Mentoring for all new employees

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff physical therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff physical therapist, after the physical therapist has evaluated the patient. The PTA assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The PTA participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

POSITION EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of accredited physical therapist assistant school required
• Current physical therapist assistant license in the State of Texas required
• Current BLS certification required
• Organizational skills is necessary
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians
• Prefer hospital experience

JOB KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE­:

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Basic knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology
• Basic knowledge of physical therapy machine operations, maintenance and repairs of same.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES­:

• Promotes the facility mission, vision and values by effectively communicating them to others. Considers mission, vision and values in developing services, standards and practice
• Responsible for providing treatment as directed by the staff physical therapist.
• Ability to perform components of an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes geriatric patients and the general patient population.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the care formed by the physical therapist.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Hospital: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $2,000 - $5,000