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Physical Therapy Assistant - (PRN)

Physical Therapy Assistant - (PRN)

Traditions HealthWaxahachie, TX, US
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Physical Therapist Assistant - (PRN)

Traditions Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant - (PRN) to join our growing Home Health Team in Ennis / Waxahachie!

Territory included is Dallas Metroplex

Job Qualifications :

  • Education : Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.
  • Licensure : Current Texas State License as a Physical Therapist, current Texas Driver's License
  • Experience : Two years' experience as an Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.
  • Knowledge and Skills : Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies; Good interpersonal skills; Proof of Hepatitis profile
  • Transportation : Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions :

Works in a health care facility or patients residence in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort :

Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing and standing. Prolonged standing and walking required. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient / family individualized psycho-social needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Essential Functions :

  • Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT.
  • Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to participate in teaching the patient and family.
  • Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
  • Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating / performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
  • Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
  • Meets mandatory continuing education requirements; participates in in-service programs
  • Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.

    • Benefits & More :

    Traditions Health is highly invested in not only your overall health, but also your future. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our employees. Benefits for eligible employees include :

  • Full range of health insurance-medical (BCBS with 3 medical plan options), dental & vision.
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution
  • Company sponsored life insurance
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Accident & Critical Illness
  • Employee Assistant Program
  • Generous PTO (that increases with your tenure)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Continuing education opportunities

    • Traditions' Health aspires to maintain a market competitive, internally equitable, and performance-based rewards program in order to attract, retain, and motivate employees. This philosophy includes to pay commensurate with experience, skills, competencies, and individual performance.

    Equal Employment Opportunity : Traditions Health is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination of any kind based on race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other legally protected characteristic.

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    Physical Therapy Assistant Prn • Waxahachie, TX, US