Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Tarrant Co ArlingtonSchedule: PRNYour experience mattersLifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.How you'll contributeA Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) who excels in this role will:Work in a team where you will provide quality, compassionate care in a secure settingUnder the supervision of the Physical Therapist, you will implement the patient's Care Plan for rehabilitation. Help mentally and/or physically impaired patients to participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performanceCommunicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient recordsDocument patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirementsInstruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programsMaintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean conditionHandle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal lawsOther duties as assignedWhat we're looking forApplicants must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant/PTA program culminating in an Associate Degree. Additional requirements include:Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA program culminating in an Associate Degree.Current state licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA or equivalent in the states where services are rendered.CPR certification (when required)EEOC Statement"KH-Tarrant Co Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KH-Tarrant Co Arlington is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."