Physical Therapy Assistant - Austin, United States - Mary Lee Foundation
Description
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO); plus nine paid holidays including your birthday- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Annual Retention Bonus
- Insurance Options (Medical, Vision)
- Paid Company Dental insurance and Life Insurance
- Referral program
- Student Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service
- We promote from within
Responsibilities:
- Assist licensed Physical Therapists in the implementation of patient treatment plans.
- Work closely with patients to execute therapeutic exercises and activities as prescribed by the treating therapist.
- Monitor and record patient progress during therapy sessions, reporting any changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Instruct and educate patients on proper techniques for exercises and activities to be performed at home.
- Assign specific exercises for the patient and help the patients do these exercises.
- Use devices, such as walkers, and other equipment to help patients regain movement and reduce pain.
- Use a variety of techniques, including stretching exercises and massage, to treat patients.
- Assist patients when moving to and from the therapy area.
- Maintain accurate and uptodate patient records, including treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant documentation.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
- Provide support in maintaining a clean and organized therapy environment.
- Stay informed about advancements in physical therapy techniques and technologies.
- Demonstrate safe and effective guarding techniques for patients with poor balance who are at risk for falls throughout therapy sessions.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
- CPR certification.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a teamoriented environment.
- Detailoriented and organized with excellent time management skills.
- Compassionate and patientfocused approach to healthcare.
Experience:
Working Hours:
Full-time position, (Monday-Friday) 8 Hours per day. Hours 8am-5pm. Flexible scheduling may be available.
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