Physical Therapist Assistant

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide physical therapy to clients with neuromusculoskeletal disabilities in

accordance with existing standards of practice and ethical principles of the American
Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

• Implement treatment plan for clients with neuromusculoskeletal disabilities.
• Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) provide physical therapy services under the

direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

• Care provided by a PTA may include teaching patients/clients exercise for mobility,

strength and coordination, training for activities such as walking with crutches, canes,
or walkers, massage, and the use of physical agents and electrotherapy such as
ultrasound and electrical stimulation.

• This position status is PRN; therefore, team member will be scheduled on an as needed basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• PTAs provide a variety of physical therapy techniques as they carry out the physical

therapist's plan of care for the patient, including therapeutic exercise, functional
training, deep soft tissue massage, and physical modalities such as electrotherapy
and ultrasound.

• PTAs may also assist the physical therapist by working with individuals to prevent loss

of mobility by implementing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier
and more active lifestyles.

• Observe patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA guidelines.
• Demonstrates the skills of effective time management
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal communications skills while maintaining

standards of professional ethics

• Professionally uses medical equipment and reports any faults.
• Reports any problems in the operations to the Physical Therapy Coordinator.
• Maintains the well-being and safety of the patient during treatment
• Implementation of the home treatment program(s).
• Completes all documentation that is required for each patient (in a timely manner.)
• Participates in and attends rehabilitation team conferences and clinic staff meetings

as scheduled.

• Perform other duties as delegated, required or requested.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
A. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
1. Physical therapy assistant minimum 1 year of experience (in pediatric setting
preferred).
2. Successful completion of fieldwork experience or job experience in related area.
3. Graduation from accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
4. Experience treating pediatric population preferred.
5. Treatment of children with neurologic and musculoskeletal disabilities (minimum of 3
years of experience).
6. Instruction and training of physical therapy courses (minimum of 1 year of
experience).
7. Teamwork and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
8. Excellent communication and educational methodology.
9. Excellent writing and documenting skills.
10. Proficiency in physical therapy techniques and equipment.

B. ATTITUDE:
1. We love who we serve
2. We forge a culture of justice, rights and inclusion
3. We are faithful to our mission
4. We are responsible and live our work with passion
5. We generate creative ideas and put them into practice
6. We are resourceful and committed to sustainability in all our actions
7. We are generous, committed to transforming the lives of the families we serve
regardless of their insurance or ability to pay

C. QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
1. Associate's degree in physical therapy assistant.
2. Registration with the National Board of Certification in PTA.
3. Active State of Texas Physical Therapy Assistant license.
4. Licensed by the Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners in
the State of Texas (ECPTOTE).
5. Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification for Health Care Providers.

D. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Why You'll Love Working Here
At CRIT, we believe that supporting our team is just as important as supporting the patients we serve. We want you to grow, thrive, and feel valued in your work. Here are just a few of the ways we invest in our team members:

• Engaging Clinical Work – A varied, and complex neurological and musculoskeletal caseload keeps every day different and fuels lifelong learning and passion for the unique aspects of rehabilitation.
• Ongoing Growth & Development – Access to in-house mentorship and professional development support, clinical in-services, CEUs, and a dedicated CEU Fund with extra PTO for continuing education.
• Balanced Workload – Reasonable productivity standards, mindful weekly evaluation caps, and protected documentation time built into your week on Friday afternoons.
• Tools to Succeed – Company-issued tablet for streamlined point-of-care documentation.
• Time to Recharge – Accrued PTO starting at 80 hours/year for new team members and increasing with tenure, plus 17 paid holidays including a two-week winter break over Christmas and New Year's.
• Special Leave Options – Paid time off available for parental/family leave, jury duty, bereavement, graduations, and weddings.
• Team Culture & Connection – Yearly team-building retreat, quarterly potlucks, and holiday celebrations that bring us together.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive health insurance with 80% of premiums covered for employees and their families, plus fully employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Additional Security – Supplemental insurance options and a 403B retirement plan.
• Stability & Flexibility – A salaried position that offers consistent pay and supports a healthy work–life balance.

EMPLOYEE NOTICE
This is a general description of the essential job functions for this position. The description provided is not necessarily inclusive of all essential functions, and does not include all duties, responsibilities and obligations of an employee in this position. Duties, responsibilities, obligations and functions can and will, as necessary, change as required by business necessity. Children's Rehabilitation Institute | Teleton USA employee job performance is evaluated based on all aspects and functions of the position, whether or not specifically identified in this job description.

At the Children's Rehabilitation Institute | Teleton USA operates with passion and dedication. Our mission is fueled by commitment, inclusion, creativity, and resourcefulness, inspiring our employees to serve families with kindness and spread a message of love.

Children's Rehabilitation Institute | Teleton USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Children's Rehabilitation Institute | Teleton USA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Children's Rehabilitation Institute | Teleton USA's' Compliance Officer.