Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Company Description Star Physical Therapy Services is a group of outpatient physical therapy clinics with ten locations across the suburbs and outskirts of Houston, Texas. Founded in 1991, our number one priority has been taking great care of our patients. We strive to provide individualized treatment with hands-on, compassionate therapy. Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality therapy through personalized care and education. We support creative and individualized intervention, and our personalized approach ensures patient comprehension and enhances proper treatment progression to secure the best outcome for our patients. Our highly trained staff treats every patient as one of our own. Join our work family and grow with us. Job Description Star Physical Therapy Services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to deliver high-quality outpatient rehabilitation services at our clinic located in Cypress, Texas. The PTA implements treatment plans, provides hands-on care, educates patients, and supports clinic operations while promoting excellent clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Patient Care Carry out physical therapy treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist Provide therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, balance training, and functional activities Administer approved modalities (heat, ice, e-stim, ultrasound, traction) per PT direction Monitor patient response to treatment and report progress, concerns, or changes to the supervising PT Ensure patient safety at all times during treatment sessions Provide patient education on exercises, posture, body mechanics, and home exercise programs Documentation Complete, accurate, timely, and compliant daily treatment notes Document objective measures, patient response, and functional progress Communicate clearly with the supervising PT regarding patient status and goals Clinic Operations Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment area Assist with equipment setup, breakdown, and basic maintenance Support clinic flow by managing time effectively and staying on schedule Collaborate with front-office staff and therapy team to ensure smooth patient experiences Professional Conduct Maintain ethical and professional behavior in accordance with state and federal regulations Comply with all clinic policies, HIPAA regulations, and payer guidelines Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as required Preferred Outpatient orthopedic experience Experience with manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise progression Familiarity with EMR documentation systems Spanish-speaking (preferred but not required) Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the clinic for extended periods Ability to lift, assist, and transfer patients as needed (up to 50 lbs) Manual dexterity for hands-on treatment techniques Work Environment Outpatient orthopedic clinic Moderate to high patient volume Team-based, collaborative setting Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of practice CPR/BLS certification Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient environment Benefits Compensation of $25-30 per hour Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership Employee discount plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Family-friendly work environment Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive #J-18808-Ljbffr Star Physical Therapy Services