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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