Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Angels of Care currently has an opportunity for a full- or part- time Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA). Pay Range: $42,000 - $86,000 + $3,000 Sign On Bonus Job Description A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will assist a Physical Therapist in implementing a treatment plan to assist pediatric patients with physical, neurological, cognitive, and social/emotional disabilities or delays by planning and administering physical therapy services in the home and community. Responsibilities Provides quality care and meets the needs of the patient and family by performing evaluations and interpreting assessment results; developing goals appropriate to child; creating and implementing physical therapy treatment plans in conjunction with the physician. Assists pediatric patients develop or regain physical, neurological, cognitive and/or social/emotional functioning and improve their level of independence by implementing skilled interventions to maximize the potential of each individual child. Participates in educating, coaching, and empowering caregivers and families to develop skills to carry over therapeutic activities into the child's daily routine. Coordinates with referral partners, including Early Intervention Colorado, to provide services for children in accordance with the physician order and IFSP. Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs. Documents patient care services and care coordination in an intuitive electronic medical record system. Maintains patient confidence by keeping information confidential. Requirements Texas State PTA License Current CPR certification A minimum of 1 yr. of experience preferred Benefits Patient Centered Care Company Culture Founded on Loving and Supporting our Employees and Patients Part-Time and Full-Time Compensation Programs Major Medical Health Insurance Coverage Dental & Vision Long Term and Short-Term Disability Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurances $15,000 Employer Paid Life Insurance for Full-Time Supplemental Life, Spousal Life, and Child Life Insurance Options Paid Time-Off 401K CEU Reimbursement Professional License Reimbursement Tablet provided for Documentation Flexible Scheduling In-depth Orientation and Training Ongoing Support and Mentoring Annual Vehicle Giveaway Refer a Friend Bonus Free In-House CEU - In Person / Virtual / On Demand Documentation Bonus No Show Stipend After 5pm Visit Bonus Multiple Annual Bonus Opportunities Access to Q-Global Pet Insurance Home and Auto Insurance Discounts Employer Paid Mental Healthcare #J-18808-Ljbffr