Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Summary
Under supervision of a Physical Therapist, implements specific treatment programs for neonatal through geriatric patients according to accepted physical therapy practices and principles.
Qualifications
Education
* Required
* Associate degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)-Accredited Program.
Experience:
* Required
* None.
* Preferred
* One (1) year of experience as a Physical Therapy Aide or Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
Certification/Licensure:
* Required
* Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with the Texas Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE);
* License must remain active and in good standing as a condition of continued employment;
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, must be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire;
* Certification must remain active and in good stands as a condition of continued employment.