Physical Therapist Assistant Traveler, Ortho​/Sports - North Region

Physical Therapist Assistant Traveler, Ortho / Sports - North Region

Job Summary
Performs routine physical therapy treatments according to patient treatment plans under the direction of a licensed physical therapist. Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers. Assists with program development. Provides training and guidance to students and interns. Assists Director, Manager or Level III with department operations.

Job Description
Providing coverage for our north region clinics. Travel stipend and mileage reimbursement available.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education
  :
  Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant or a physical therapist program.
• Licenses/Certifications
  :
  Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission. Current Certification in Basic Life Support.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills
  :
  Two (2) years of experience. Occasional/frequent lifting up to 75/100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting. Fine hand dexterity, eye‑hand coordination, ability to receive oral and written communication, communicate verbally and in writing. Visual ability to monitor instruments, computers, equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics.

Principal Accountabilities

• Implements a physical therapy treatment program as described by a physical therapist’s written plan of care.
• Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of the PT, and treatments are modified only as allowed by the plan of care.
• May screen patients for possible PT services under the direction of a PT.
• Monitors patient’s condition and progress towards treatment goals.
• Supervises rehabilitation technicians and others with regard to patient care, motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate methods.
• Communicates effectively with the supervising physical therapist, patient/caregiver and other professional colleagues to include physician and insurance companies.
• Manages time effectively.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
• Serves as a clinical resource, mentor, and clinical instructor to staff, students, hospital, schools and/or the community in general.
• Actively pursues clinical expertise in specific treatment techniques or management of a particular patient population.
• Actively participates in organized system/facility/departmental committees and task forces.
• Provides presentations on relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Details

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care