Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - PRN

divh2PRN Physical Therapy Assistant/h2pOur hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. Are you a dedicated and compassionate clinician seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in peoples lives? Look no further! Our state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Waxahachie, TX is looking for a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be a vital part of our team./ppWhat We Offer: Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!/pulliCompetitive Compensation/lili401k Matching for all employees/liliProfessional Development Opportunities/liliHealth and Wellness Programs/liliCareer Advancement/liliInclusive and Supportive Culture/liliWork Life Balance/liliEmployee Recognition Program/li/ulpOur passionate and team oriented Physical Therapy Assistants provide components of physical therapy procedures along with related tasks that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of our patients experiencing injuries or disease while integrating company values into daily practice under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist./ppThis role will work PRN day shifts as needed./ppJob Duties include, but are not limited to:/pulliAssists Physical Therapist in determining patient abilities and/or limitations in establishing treatment goals and in planning appropriate physical therapy treatment./liliUnder the direction of the Physical Therapist, completes documentation of patient status/progress for assigned patients. Reports observation of patient performance to Physical Therapist./liliProvides age-related and culturally sensitive delivery of patient care services./liliCollaborates with the patient, team members, and area staff during the rehabilitation process to ensure quality care. Coordinates with interdisciplinary team on patient needs, treatment modifications, and progress./liliAssists in safe and efficient management and maintenance of the therapy program areas, equipment and supplies. Complies with quality control, safety, infection and emergency procedures consistent with hospital policy./liliMay be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies./li/ulpRequirements for consideration/pulliCurrent state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required./liliOne year of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred./liliBasic Life Support/CPR Certification required./li/ulpPhysical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:/pulliA significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time./liliBoth gross and precise motor functions./liliLifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs./liliPossible exposure to bodily fluids../liliVisual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care./liliAcute hearing required for accurate patient assessment./liliSufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard./li/ulpWe value our employees skills, talents and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are valued, treated with dignity, respected, provided educational and training opportunities recognized and rewarded. These values are included in our competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits./p/div