Physical Therapist Assistant - Part Time (Acute)

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

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. Position responsible for ensuring clinical expertise in either assigned work group or for an assigned patient population. Assists with program development. Serves as a resource and mentor for staff, students and volunteers while assisting in educational programs, providing input for program development and serve as a resource for community education and marketing.
Hours: Part time working Thurs - Saturday, 10 hour shifts.
Acute experience preferred. Will consider new grad with Acute affiliation with Memorial Hermann.

Job Description

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:

• Must have a minimum of five (5) years experience.
• The position requires 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, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary.
• The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.

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.  Is able to demonstrate physical therapy skills competently. Monitors patient’s condition and progress towards treatment goals. Motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate method.
• Communicates effectively with staff, patients/caregivers and professional colleagues to include physicians and insurance companies.
• Manages time effectively.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
• Supervises support staff with a professional open environment and takes an active role in ensuring safe and effective performance
• Serves as clinical resource, mentor, and clinical instructor to staff, students, hospital, schools and the community in general.
• Promote individual professional growth and development by professional organization participation and community service, advanced education, specialty certification, research project, and/or advisory board membership
• Identifies need for new departmental programs, or for revision of existing ones in response to the changing health environment.  Conceptualizes, designs and implements new or revised programs.
• Assists with departmental planning including departmental strategic plans, budgets, goals, policies, procedures, standards of care and marketing.
• Initiate and oversee department projects
• Actively participate and significantly contribute to system/facility committees and taskforces
• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
• Lead departmental committees and taskforces
• Demonstrates leadership skills by assisting manager/director with daily  operations, staffing and needs as assigned by manager/director
• Develops and presents education/in-services/journal reviews to colleagues, peers, and the community.
• 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.