Physical Therapy Asst FT acute

Longview - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 26-08-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

What We Offer

Medical Dental Vision & Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Matching 401(k)
Opportunities for career advancement
Rewards and recognition programs
Additional perks and discounts

Job Summary

The Physical Therapy Assistant administers therapeutic techniques and interventions designed to improve maintain or restore function for individuals affected by age injury disease or congenital conditions. This role focuses on providing safe effective and evidence-based therapy services to support patient recovery and independence.

Essential Functions

Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and collaborates on adjustments to achieve clinical outcomes.
Implements therapeutic interventions that focus on posture balance locomotion strength endurance flexibility coordination pain management and daily functional abilities.
Administers treatment methods and modalities under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist ensuring they align with current physical therapy practices.
Monitors patient progress and provides timely feedback to the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient responses and treatment effectiveness.
Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises techniques and self-management strategies that promote recovery and improve function.
Ensures treatment approaches are tailored to the patients age developmental level cultural background and individual goals.
Completes clear concise and accurate documentation of patient care including treatment plans interventions progress notes and discharge recommendations adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements.
Collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care including participation in discharge planning and recommendations for ongoing therapy or supportive services.
Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques modalities and interventions used in physical therapy.
Ability to work collaboratively with a supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients families and team members.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate documentation and treatment planning.
Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to legal and regulatory standards.
Physical stamina to assist patients with therapeutic activities and exercises.

Licenses and Certifications

PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant licensed in state of employment required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

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INDRESPTHER

DescriptionWhat We OfferMedical Dental Vision & Life InsuranceGenerous Paid Time-Off (PTO)Matching 401(k)Opportunities for career advancementRewards and recognition programsAdditional perks and discountsJob SummaryThe Physical Therapy Assistant administers therapeutic techniques and interventions de...

Description

What We Offer

Medical Dental Vision & Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Matching 401(k)
Opportunities for career advancement
Rewards and recognition programs
Additional perks and discounts

Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and collaborates on adjustments to achieve clinical outcomes.
Implements therapeutic interventions that focus on posture balance locomotion strength endurance flexibility coordination pain management and daily functional abilities.
Administers treatment methods and modalities under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist ensuring they align with current physical therapy practices.
Monitors patient progress and provides timely feedback to the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient responses and treatment effectiveness.
Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises techniques and self-management strategies that promote recovery and improve function.
Ensures treatment approaches are tailored to the patients age developmental level cultural background and individual goals.
Completes clear concise and accurate documentation of patient care including treatment plans interventions progress notes and discharge recommendations adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements.
Collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care including participation in discharge planning and recommendations for ongoing therapy or supportive services.
Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques modalities and interventions used in physical therapy.
Ability to work collaboratively with a supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients families and team members.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate documentation and treatment planning.
Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to legal and regulatory standards.
Physical stamina to assist patients with therapeutic activities and exercises.

Licenses and Certifications