Physical Therapy Assistant - Memorial City

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapy Assistant   NOW!

DPS is now hiring a  Physical Therapy Assistant for a Facility in  Houston, TX  . Dean's Professional Services has partnered with healthcare facilities, government organizations, and corporations to provide job opportunities.  

Job Details:

Location: Houston TX 77024

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pm

Starting Pay Rate: (Based on experience)

Temporary to hire 

Physical Therapy Assistant Responsibilities:

• Implements a physical therapy treatment program as described by a physical therapist's written plan of care. 
• Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of the PT, and modifies treatment only as allowed by the plan of care.  
• Is able to demonstrate physical therapy skills competently.  
• May screen patients for possible PT services under the direction of a PT. 
• Monitors patient's condition and progress towards treatment goals. 
• Supervises rehabilitation technicians and others with regard to patient care.  
• Motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate method.
• Communicates effectively with the supervising physical therapist, patient/caregiver and other professional colleagues to include physician and insurance companies.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
• Serve as a clinical resource, mentor, and clinical instructor to staff, students, hospital, schools and/or the community in general. 
• Actively pursues clinical expertise in specific treatment techniques or management of a particular patient population.
• Actively participates in organized  system/facility/departmental committees and taskforces.
• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all organizational policies and procedures

Job Requirements: 

• Minimum of 2 years of recent Physical Therapist Assistant work experience
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or a Physical Therapist program
• Current Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners license. 
• Current certification in Basic Life Support.

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