Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN)

A Physical Therapy Assistant who provides coordinated physical therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist

Traditions Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN to join our growing Home Health Team in Ennis/Waxahachie! *Territory included is Dallas Metroplex

Company Description

At Traditions, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Everyone on our team from our nurses to our leadership has a special part to play in our mission of providing exceptional, compassionate health care in the homes of our patients. We're just as committed to building a positive and collaborative work environment that invites and values everyone. We offer frequent opportunities for growth, investing in our team members' futures with ongoing training and support.

Primary functions are to administer skilled nursing care for clients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patients and their families, and a referring agency. Assumes the responsibility for coordination of care.

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.

Knowledge and Skills:

• 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.

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.