Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist; assist physical therapists in providing services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease.

Essential Function

Administers therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities according to the physical therapy plan of care

Instructs, motivates and Assists patients to learn and improve functional activity, such as pre-ambulation, transfer, ambulation and daily living activities

Observes patients during treatments, Assesses, and compiles data on patients' responses to treatments and progress and reports verbally or in writing to the physical therapist; may communicate updates to physicians

Fit patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs

May perform clerical duties

Promotes and Supports positive and professional customer service, while interacting with clients, guests and hospital personnel. Works collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary team, other departments and disciplines to assure patients and customer's needs are met in a timely manner. Encourages the active participation of the patient and/or family in goal setting and patient/family training/education

Provides positive and constructive feedback to enhance departmental operations. Completes all necessary documentation as outlined by departmental policy and documentation review. This includes, but is not limited to, patient care charting, charge entry, completing peer chart and peer reviews, and documenting on daily schedule

Utilizes available information management systems to support departmental and hospital goals. This includes utilization of hospital wide e-mail, information announcements, policies, annual computer mandatories, charge entry, and accessing patient care related information. Access and use of information will meet hospital and information management guidelines

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

• Associates Degree- Physical Therapist Assistant

• Graduates Eligible for Licensurewill be considered

Licensure and Certifications

• Physical Therapy Assistant: TX (PTA:TX)

• BLS Certification- Through American Heart Association

Where You'll Work

St. Joseph Health - Bryan/College Station, Navasota, Caldwell, Madisonville, TX. Since 1936, St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in and surrounding the Brazos Valley. We have a Level III Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley. St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians specialists and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.

Pay Range

$24.88 - $37.00 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.