Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Physical Therapy Assistance Acute? At Del Sol Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Job Summary and Qualifications
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, assists the physical therapist in the practice of physical therapy. Performs physical therapy treatment for inpatients designed to restore function, prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of body parts and to relieve pain as prescribed by physician according to the treatment plans.
POPULATION SERVED: Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient population(s) served: Cardiac/cardiovascular, neuro, orthopedic, spine care, pulmonary including but not limited to CVA/TIA, joint replacement/fracture repair, etc .
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Treats Patients: Carries out treatment plan as directed by P.T. Communicates any changes in patient’s status to the supervising P.T. Keeps P.T. informed of need to re-assess the patient based upon changes in the patient status. Applies appropriate physical therapy techniques, procedures, exercises and therapeutic modalities based on current standards of clinical practice and state practice act. Utilizes rehab equipment in a safe and effective manner. Modifies the treatment session when indicated, in order to maximize patient progress, within the limits of the plan of care.
Documentation: Completes documentation on the same day that treatment was rendered. Documents on all appropriate forms. Documentation is accurate and meets generally accepted professional standards.
Supervision: Appropriately directs the activities of PT Technicians, students and volunteers. Ensures that treatment plans are carried out correctly by PT Technicians and students. Initiates corrective action (in conjunction with Physical Therapist) when individuals supervised fall below standards
Interdisciplinary Interactions: Communicates and collaborates with interdisciplinary team regarding: patient status, discharge plans, equipment needs, recommendations, patients who may benefit from Rehab Services but who don’t have orders, all of which are based upon discussions with the supervising P.T. when appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy examiners
BCLS
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant
PREFERRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EPXERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
Spanish language preferred
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
As Above
Benefits
Del Sol Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Del Sol Medical Centeris a full service, acute-care hospital in east El Paso, Texas. We have a Level II trauma designation. This facility has 300+ patient beds. Our range of services include emergency care, cardiac care, women’s services, Level III NICU, rehabilitation, a bariatric clinic, and a Minimally Invasive Surgery Center. Del Sol Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Physical Therapy Assistance Acute opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
