Physical Therapist Assistant

3 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States Sevita Full time

At Sevita, we provide rehabilitation services for individuals with brain, spinal cord, and medically complex injuries, illnesses, and challenges.

We offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, military service members, and veterans.

Job Summary:

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work under the direction of and as an assistant to the Physical Therapists to administer physical therapy treatments to patients.

Responsibilities:

  • Assure all program participants receive scheduled PT treatments and document therapy sessions or reason for inability to attend.
  • Perform active, passive, and/or resistive therapeutic exercises based on general therapy principles on program participants.
  • Perform therapeutic massage on program participants as needed.
  • Perform general mobilization and/or passive stretch to program participants within limits of safety regarding joint/muscle stretch.
  • Instruct, motivate, and assist program participants in learning and improving functional activities.
  • Provide gait training and instruct program participants in the use of canes, crutches, walkers, braces, and splints; train program participants at homebound and community level, including endurance training.
  • Measure ROM, length, and girth of body parts, vital signs, and MMT to assist Physical Therapist in evaluating program participants and/or to determine the effectiveness of the program plan.
  • Confer with staff members and other healthcare members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment program and participate in treatment planning with trans-disciplinary team as requested.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • One year of experience in a human services or related field.
  • Current PTA license in the state of work.
  • Good working knowledge of physical therapy equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
  • Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task.
  • Reliable, responsible, and caring nature.
  • Commitment to the company's mission and values.

Why Work with Us:

We offer a full compensation and benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and holiday pay.

We have meaningful work for you – come join our team and be part of a great team of co-workers who add value to the organization's mission.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized healthcare. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life.

We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.


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