Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant As a Physical Therapist Assistant you will administer therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities to assist patients in healing and returning to their daily living activities. Job Summary and Responsibilities Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Assists 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. CHI St. Joseph Health – College Station / Bryan, TX has been caring for communities in Bryan, College Station, Brenham, Hearne, Navasota, Caldwell, Madisonville, and Bellville since 1936. With the area’s only Level II Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley, CHI St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system, CHI 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 20 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, a freestanding Emergency Room, Express Clinics and imaging and diagnostic services. CHI St. Joseph Health Grimes Hospital is located in Navasota, TX and is a 25‑bed critical access hospital. Our Medical Unit consists of 18 beds and has a phenomenal leadership team & great overall culture! Benefits of Being a Therapist With Us A consistently engaged and team‑oriented culture A community‑focused healthcare system that is dedicated to serving patients of all backgrounds, including the uninsured and under‑insured Ability to care for patients receiving treatment for a wide variety of diagnoses including TBI, CVA, SCI, poly‑trauma, amputee, and those recovering from cardiac, orthopedic, and neuro‑surgeries Opportunity to practice within multiple patient‑care settings across the system An emphasis on life‑long learning with regular journal club, case reviews, and hosting of clinical students from across the state An integral role in multidisciplinary patient care in the region’s highest level trauma center and a certified stroke and chest pain center Position will float to our 3 Critical Access Hospitals: (Primarily Navasota and Caldwell) Instructs, motivates and assists patients to learn and improve functional activity, such as pre‑ambulation, transfer, ambulation and daily living activities Assesses, and compiles data on patients’ responses to treatments Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices Encourages the active participation of the patient and/or family in goal setting and patient/family training/education Job Requirements Minimum Qualifications Associate Degree; Major in Kinesiology/Applied Science or other Physical Therapy related field Licensed by the State of Texas – Physical Therapist Assistant BLS CPR certified, American Heart Association Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Effective communication Knowledge of the principles and skills of the clinical process to provide patient care and treatment Critical thinking skills Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal Basic computer skills 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 $24.27 - $36.10 /hour #J-18808-Ljbffr