Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Hemphill County Hospital District

Job Location:

Canadian, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Details

Canadian TX

Description

Are you passionate about helping patients regain their strength mobility and confidence Do you thrive in a collaborative patient-focused environment If so Hemphill County Hospital District invites you to join our Rehabilitation and Therapy Services Team as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in beautiful Canadian Texas!

This role is primarily outpatient where youll work with post-operative patients athletes and individuals rebuilding function after injury or illness. Its the perfect opportunity for a motivated PTA who enjoys helping patients achieve real lasting progress in a supportive and team-oriented setting.

Why Youll Love Working with Us

Meaningful Work:Make a direct and lasting impact by helping patients achieve their recovery and mobility goals.

Supportive Team:Collaborate with experienced Physical Therapists and PTAs in a multidisciplinary care environment that values communication and professional growth.

Growth Opportunities:Whether youre an experienced PTA or a recent graduate we offer mentorship continuing education and opportunities to expand your skills.

What Youll Do

Outpatient Patient Care:Provide hands-on therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist including therapeutic exercises mobility training and functional strengthening programs for a variety of diagnoses.
Support Treatment Plans:Implement individualized therapy plans designed to improve movement reduce pain and enhance patient independence.
Documentation:Accurately record patient progress treatments and updates in the EMR system.
Patient Education:Teach patients and families proper exercise techniques and home programs to promote continued recovery.
Collaboration:Work closely with the PT and other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity and quality of care.
Compliance:Follow all facility policies safety protocols and state and federal regulations including HIPAA and infection control standards.

What Were Looking For

Required Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current Texas licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (can be obtained upon hire).
Ability to lift push pull and carry objects over 75 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year of experience in an outpatient clinical setting preferred butnew graduates are encouraged to apply!
Interest or experience in sports medicine orthopedic or post-operative rehabilitation.

Benefits Youll Enjoy

At Hemphill County Hospital District were proud to support our employees with a strong total rewards package including:

Competitive Pay:Rewarding compensation based on experience and performance.
Retirement Security:Excellent retirement benefits through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS).
Generous PTO:Ample paid time off to support a healthy work-life balance.

Physical Demands

Heavy Physical Demand Level:

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds.
Extended periods of standing and walking.
Repeated bending stooping twisting and reaching.
Pushing and pulling up to 200 pounds and carrying up to 100 pounds with limited assistance.
Lifting up to 50 pounds with heavier lifting involved in transferring or supporting patients who may suddenly become weak or unsteady.

Company Policy:

Hemphill County Hospital Districtis an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex pregnancy sexual orientation age religion creed national origin gender identity disability military/veteran status genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time with or without notice in accordance with the needs of Hemphill County Hospital District.

Hemphill County Hospital District is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation emailor call 1-.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education	Minimum	High School Diploma Current/Active Texas Physical Therapy Assistant License
Preferred
Work Experience	Minimum
Preferred	One year of PT work experience as a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant preferred
Licenses & Certifications	Minimum	Maintain BLS certification as a condition of employment. Maintain PTA Certification/License as a condition of employment.
Preferred

Skills Knowledge and Abilities	Other Requirements: Must convey a professional demeanor Must be able to act calmly and efficiently in a busy or stressful situation Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person by phone and in writing Adheres to all policies and procedures including standards for safety attendance punctuality and personal appearance Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with managers and peers
AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCY (Clinical jobs only) Identify age-specific competencies for direct and indirect patient care providers who regularly assess manage and treat patients.
Instructions: Indicate the age groups of patients served either by direct or indirect patient care by checking the appropriate boxes below. Next
X	Infants (Birth 11 months)	X	Adolescent (13 19 years)
X	Toddlers (1 3 years)	X	Young Adult (20 40 years)
X	Preschool (4 5 years)	X	Middle Adult (41 65 years)
X	School Age (6 12 years)	X	Older Adult (Over 65 years)
JOB FUNCTIONS Review the employees job description and identify each essential function that is performed differently based on the age group of the patient.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Indicate the appropriate physical requirements of this job in the course of a shift. Note: reasonable accommodations may be made available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Physical Demand Level	Occasional Up to 33% of the time	Frequent 34%-66% of the time	Constant 67%-100% of the time
	Sedentary: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.	Up to 10#	Negligible	Negligible
	Light: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.	Up to 20#	Up to 10# or requires significant walking or standing or requires pushing/pulling of arm/leg controls	Negligible or constant push/pull of items of negligible weight
	Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting/and or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.	20-50#	10-25#	Negligible-10#
X	Heavy: Ability to lift up to 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.	50-100#	25-50#	10-20#
	Very Heavy: Ability to lift over 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds.	Over 100#	Over 50#	Over 20#
List any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications:	Duties of the PTA employment position require extended periods of time standing and walking; repeated bending stooping and reaching; pushing and pulling up to 300 lbs and carry-ing up to 50 lbs with limited assistance; lifting up to 50 lbs and heavier lifting in transferring or supporting patients who may suddenly become weak or helpless. Ability to work professionally in stressful situations.

Job Details Canadian TXDescription Are you passionate about helping patients regain their strength mobility and confidence Do you thrive in a collaborative patient-focused environment If so Hemphill County Hospital District invites you to join our Rehabilitation and Therapy Services Team as a Physic...