Description

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Physical Therapy Assistant PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland , offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/prn-employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Physical Therapy Assistant PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Physical Therapy Assistant functions under the general supervision of the staff Physical Therapist. This individual assumes the responsibility and accountability for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by the treatment plan established by a Physical Therapist. This individual administers treatment to patients in the appropriate age ranges as listed: school age, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. This individual maintains patient treatment records, teaches patient, family, and/or caregiver and participates in clinical and inservice educational programs.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for providing patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and plan of care as developed by the evaluating Physical Therapist.

2. Completes accurate, appropriate documentation per policy.

3. Responsible for following the Texas Physical Therapy Practice Act.

4. Maintains department supply level.

5. Assists in Quality Assessment and Improvement activities.

6. Adheres to and complies with HCA's ethics and compliance policies in the Code of Conduct. Attends annual training sessions.

7. Assures that patients' charges are timely and accurate.

8. Coordinates patient treatment schedule with other disciplines to assure efficient, quality care.

9. Attends and participates in team conferences as assigned.

10. Maintains professional exchange of information in all communications.

11. Assists with orientation of new personnel.

12. Keeps abreast of current requirements of governmental reporting agencies in the area of delivery of Physical Therapy services.

13. Keeps abreast of current literature and treatment techniques.

14. Provides both oral and written educational information to patients and caregivers.

15. Assists in verification and/or authorization and pre-authorization procedures to assure therapy sessions are covered by insurance carriers.

16. Plans effectively and independently for changes in workload.

What qualifications you will need:

• Experience in physical therapy, new graduates of an accredited school are acceptable

• Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program; educational requirements appropriate for meeting age-specific needs of the patients

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) in the State of Texas

• Must be able to work 2 weekends a month

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/hca-houston-healthcare-mainland) , a campus of HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake , has been serving Texas City, Texas for more than 60 years—bringing compassionate, “patients first” care into Galveston County and the surrounding communities. Since being founded in 1952, HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland has grown from a 90-bed hospital to a 220+ bed acute care facility offering quality care with premium services. That growth is a reflection of the changing needs of our community and patients, as well as rapidly advancing medical technology. Our highly skilled staff and specialized physicians provide service excellence to all of our patients. Our services include inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty services. We are a Level IV Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center . Together, we offer a complete range of specialized health programs to improve the health of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

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.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Physical Therapy Assistant PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status