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Physical Therapist Assistant
Catholic Health Initiatives • Bryan, TX 77808 • Posted 4 days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $22.89-$33.20/hr • Entry Level
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As a Physical Therapist Assistant at Catholic Health Initiatives, now part of CommonSpirit Health, you will assist therapists in providing services to help patients improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. This role involves performing components of physical therapy procedures, assisting in patient care, and potentially fitting patients with orthopedic devices.
Responsibilities
- Administers therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities according to the physical therapy plan of care
- Instructs, motivates and Assists patients to learn and improve functional activity, such as pre-ambulation, transfer, ambulation and daily living activities
- Observes patients during treatments, Assesses, and compiles data on patients' responses to treatments and progress and reports verbally or in writing to the physical therapist; may communicate updates to physicians
- Fit patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs
Qualifications
Required
- Associate's Degree from an approved program for Physical Therapist Assistants
- Current Texas State Licensure (PTA)
- American Heart Association CPR/BLS certification
- Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered
About Catholic Health Initiatives
CommonSpirit Health at Home is a leading brand in the healthcare industry that provides top-tier home-based services, including home care, hospice care, palliative care, home infusion, and supplemental staffing. With a legacy of care and a commitment to innovation and compassion, our skilled professionals ensure timely and high-quality care for individuals in over 40 years. Operating in 13 states through 84 care sites, we make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional at-home care to diverse populations nationwide.
Full Job Description
**Physical Therapist Assistant**
As our Physical Therapist Assistant, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, you'll help assist our therapist in providiing servicers to help patients improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
CHI St. Joseph Health - College Station/Bryan TX Since 1936 CHI St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in Bryan College Station Brenham Hearne Navasota Caldwell Madisonville and Bellville. With the area's only Level II Trauma Center the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley; CHI St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system CHI St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians specialists and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 20 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care a freestanding Emergency Room Express Clinics and imaging and diagnostic services.
**Position Summary**
Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist; assist physical therapists in providing services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease.
**The schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with alternating weekends and major holidays.**
**Responsibilities**
+ Administers therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities according to the physical therapy plan of care
+ Instructs, motivates and Assists patients to learn and improve functional activity, such as pre-ambulation, transfer, ambulation and daily living activities
+ Observes patients during treatments, Assesses, and compiles data on patients' responses to treatments and progress and reports verbally or in writing to the physical therapist; may communicate updates to physicians
+ Fit patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs
**Qualifications**
+ Associate's Degree from an approved program for Physical Therapist Assistants
+ Current Texas State Licensure (PTA)
+ American Heart Association CPR/BLS certification
+ Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered
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**Pay Range**
$22.89 - $33.20 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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