Physical Therapy Assistant
Job in
Orange, Orange County, Texas, 77630, USA
Listing for:
Ontario Trillium Foundation
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Physical Therapy, Healthcare Nursing, Rehabilitation
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 - 65000 USD Yearly
USD
45000.00
65000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Cypress Physical Therapy is seeking an energetic and experienced licensed physical therapist to join our team.
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Summary
Works under the direction of the Physical Therapists.
The Physical Therapy Assistant administers all forms of physical therapy as prescribed by the physician and instructed by the Physical Therapist.
Assists in administration of office and performs related duties as required.
Details of Duties
Electrotherapy:ultrasound, muscle-nerve electrical stimulation, iontophoresis, TENS, HVGS, and biofeedback.Hydrotherapy:whirlpools; using aseptic techniques in specific cases, dressings.Traction:cervical and pelvicTherapeutic exercise,neurodevelopmental re-education, neuromuscular re-education, passive, active assistive, resistive, and strengthening exercises, and joint and soft tissue mobilization if appropriately trained.Functional activities:ambulation training, transfer training, body mechanics, patient education, ADL activities.Tests and records initially and sequentially, muscle strength, joint measurements, activities of daily living, so that objectives are determined and regularly reviewed.Instructs patients and their relatives, nurses or attendants in home programs for the purpose of advancing the patient's independence in self care and activities of daily living; helps patient accept and function to their maximum within the limits of irreversible disability.Records patient's progress so that referring physical therapist is aware of the patient's current functional level; reports any significant changes in patient's condition to the physical therapist so that the treatment plan may be modified or discontinued.
Is responsible for documentation of above.Provides physical therapy treatment in the office, patient’s home, or nursing home.Education
Associate Degree as Physical Therapy Assistant.
Experience
Not required but considered.
Contacts
Frequent contact with patients, department members and occasional contact with family members.
Physical Demands
Lifting 35 lbs, pushing, and assisting patients during transfers, gait instruction or exercises, and assists with set-up of equipment.
Working Conditions
May be exposed to infectious diseases, electricity, and strains from moving or supporting patients.
Benefits
- group health, dental and vision insurance, paid leave, paid holidays, uniform reimbursement, paid maternity leave, and matching 401k program.
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