We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of Texas physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.
Responsibilities
Instruct, motivate, safeguard and assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
Observe patients during treatment to record accurate data on patients' responses and progress
Confer with and to help supervising PT duties of planning, progressing/modifying and coordinating treatment
Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and modalities to facilitate desired patient outcomes
Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment
Qualifications
Current Texas license for Physical Therapy Assistant is required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment
Works well with others in a team setting
New grads are welcome
Numbers & Facts
Location
McKinney, TX
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Manual Therapyunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Physical Therapyunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Treatment Planunmatched
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