Physical Therapist Assistant

Company: Progressive Rehab Services
Location: Henderson
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

PT owned contract therapy company in need of Physical Therapy Assistant(s) looking to earn extra income on a prn or part-time basis in Adult Home Health in the Henderson/Mt Enterprise/Laneville, TX area (Primarily looking for coverage in Mt Enterprise and Laneville areas but some coverage will be available in Henderson as well). Great pay and low stress environment. Please reply for additional info.PT/PTA Job Responsibilities:

• Restores patient's function, alleviates pain, and prevents disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy.
  • Provides quality care by following POC and treatment plans as designed by supervising Physical Therapist.
    • Helps patient accomplish treatment plan by administering therapeutic exercises, transfer training, neuro reed activities, gait training, advanced gait training, and patient/CG education as necessary.
      • Evaluates and records patient's progress.
        • Trains patient on the use and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and observing patient's progress.
          • Documents patient care services by charting in-patient and department records.
            • Instructs patients in proper in-home exercises and therapies.
              • Educates patients and their families about the recovery process and the challenges they will face.PT/PTA Qualifications/Skills: Communication skills Interpersonal skills Pleasant bedside manner Motivation skills Time management Complex problem-solving skills Persuasion skills Persistence Service-oriented Instructing and teaching skills Basic computer skillsEducation and Experience Requirements:
                • Accredited PTA degree required
                  • Current PTA License required
                    • Basic life support (BLS) certification
                      • Prefer Home Health physical therapy experience

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