What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant position at Ability Homecare?
Ability HomeCare is an example of excellence and has been providing quality services for over 17 years! We believe in being encouraging, uplifting, and remaining true to our mission of making a positive impact on all our patients and families we serve. We provide an exciting, creative, and rewarding workplace where Employees are our #1 asset! Ability HomeCare continues to specialize in Physical Therapy services and we're currently looking for qualified Physical Therapy Assistants to join our Team! Apply today and you too can be part of something GREAT!
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education - Minimum of an Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
• License - Current Texas Physical Therapy Assistant License in good standing
• Experience - Preferred - Minimum of one (1) year’s experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
• Perform physical therapy as planned, delegated and supervised by the Licensed Physical Therapist
• Prepare clinical and progress notes that thoroughly document treatment interventions
• Observe, record and report to the therapist, the patient’s reaction to treatment and changes in the patient’s condition
• Advise, teach and consult with the patient/family as applicable
• Train caregivers on carryover exercises that can be safely performed by a non-licensed person
• Participate in discharge planning in consultation with the licensed therapist