Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

Join a team where your growth, success, and impact are at the heart of our mission. At PureHealth, we're not just building careers; we're nurturing lifelong journeys of professional and personal development. We're committed to taking care of our community, providing unparalleled care and making a meaningful impact like nowhere else. Be part of a team that's dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Unmatched Benefits & Perks: Free CEUs 401k Plan Rewards and Recognition via CareHeroes Program (Gift Cards for Great Performance!) Flexible Scheduling Professional Career Growth Join our team and grow with us! Position Summary To provide physical therapy services as assigned under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist in accordance with policies and procedures and in compliance with state and federal regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, may contribute to the assessment of customers in relation to their diagnosis Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, may provide intervention in accordance to, and contribute to the treatment plan, which is customer focused and relevant to the actual and potential health problems of the customer Documentation (daily charges, Progress Notes, and other reports) is complete, legible, accurate, timely and reflective of department standards Therapeutic benefit of treatment is monitored and modified appropriately Provides education at the level appropriate for each Customer and/or family’s learning needs are assessed, addressed, and documented per department standards Initiates, coordinates, and communicates collaborative efforts (provider updates, discharge planning) amongst team members and other interested parties to show a comprehensive picture of the customer Demonstrates competency in clinical skills and techniques specific to each unit on an annual basis Organizes and adjusts schedule according to department work volume and customer caseload to maintain productivity Keeps immediate supervisor informed of ongoing activities or problems in regards to customer caseload in a timely manner Provides input regarding department operational matters including but not limited to program development, quality improvement, facilities, planning, operational and capital budgets Complies with laws and regulations applicable to position and act in accordance with Corporate Compliance Program, the licensing Board of Texas Healthcare and the American Physical Therapy Association Competencies Maintains productivity expectations Advances customers as indicated throughout therapy stay Effectively communicates and collaborates with internal and external customers Demonstrates quality and timeliness of documentation Demonstrates referrals to PureHealth’s Outpatient Department Work Environment This job operates in a post-acute setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the facility. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. Team member is expected to adhere to facility’s no-smoking policy. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 60 pounds. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. HIPAA Team members are required to adhere to policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information. Team member are permitted to use and/or disclose only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks. Reports all suspected violation of company’s HIPAA policies or procedures to facility CEO. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Sound clinical judgment relating to the provision of Rehabilitation services Collaboration with member of the interdisciplinary team in delivery of customer care to maximize functional outcomes Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers at all levels of the organization Proficient computer and Microsoft Application Must have an ability to learn new systems Ability to work with a culturally diverse population Must have positive communication skills and demonstrated adequate maturity and patience Proficient in the English Good communication (verbal and written), customer service and interpersonal skills Must have good organizational skills with attention to detail Must be able to successfully prioritize workload, demonstrate initiative, and analyze situations to make sound decisions Must be observant and recognize cleaning needs Must show initiative and take action on observed needs Required Education/Experience Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program A minimum of one (1) year therapy assistant experience Required License/Certification Valid State Appropriate PTA License #J-18808-Ljbffr