Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant provides treatment in hospital or outpatient settings to restore function and prevent disability after disease, injury, or loss of a body part. The Physical Therapy Assistant shall be responsible for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of physical therapy services.1. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct physical therapy intervention based on the individualized treatment plan and established priorities for each patient as developed by the Physical Therapist.
2. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant demonstrates good safety awareness for self and others and uses equipment resources appropriately.
3. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant develops and maintains effective communication with the patient, family, and staff members.
4. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant participates in continued application of standards required by all applicable accrediting bodies (i.e., CMS, etc.)
5. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant understands the parameters of and works within the supervisory process.
6. The licensed Physical Therapy Assistant promotes the concept and image of professional physical therapy practice, understands marketing concepts, and contributes to the delivery of cost-effective health care.Education and Experience: Associate of Arts Degree. Ability to read, speak, and write English. Adheres to rehabilitation principles and practices, and must be able to carry out procedures/treatments in a hospital, outpatient, school, or aquatic setting.
Required Course(s)/Training Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
Required Licensure: Current Texas license granted by the Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license, current auto liability insurance, and reliable transportation.
Required Certification Current CPR
Physical Demands: Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Frequently lifts, positions, transfers, and transports patients. Frequently moves supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs from locations at or above shoulder level. Must be able to drive a car 30+ miles per day and get in and out of the car. During an evacuation, may have to assist patients on stretchers or wheelchairs.
Working Conditions May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases, but will be expected to utilize universal precautions as delineated in the Infection Control Manual. This job is rated as a moderate risk of exposure. Occasional exposure to unpleasant elements, including heat, cold, and humidity. Employee may need to drive throughout the workday to provide services at other facility locations. Employee will not be expected to drive through running water or on icy roads. May work with combative patients. Will be expected, as directed by supervisor, to provide services for any area in the hospital or outpatient areas in which the employee demonstrates competency.
Scope meets the age-specific needs of the following areas: · Pediatrics · Adolescents · Adults · Geriatrics
Reports to the assigned Physical Therapist, but must be able to function independently.