Physical Therapy Assistant
Part Time • Texas City
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Great Work Environment
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
- Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
- Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
- Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
- Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
- Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment
Qualifications
- Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
- The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment
Compensation: $55.00 per hour
Caregivers are at the heart of what we do
Are you a kind, caring individual who wants to make a difference in the life of a senior? We’re more than just home care, we provide companionship and dependability.
You love people. You put others' needs first.
You live by our purpose of Making Lives Better®
Our caregivers are our lifeblood. We wouldn’t be able to make a million lives better if it weren’t for the incredible people working together with a shared passion and purpose. It’s how we help our clients stay happier and healthier.
Our People Promise:
You love coming to work.
You are treated with kindness, and have found belonging at Nurse Next Door. You have strong relationships with your clients, your coworkers and your leader. You are committed to your job, and have flexibility in how you manage your time. You see the possibility of Caregiving as a career, and your leader is helping you achieve this.
You are appreciated for the work you put in, and given the freedom to care for your clients the way you would care for your mom or dad. You feel engaged and want to make lives better — and you’re having fun along the way.
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