Physical Therapy Assistant

o Foster a supportive and empathetic environment for patients and families, recognizing the emotional and

behavioral complexities of neurodevelopmental conditions.

o Educate caregivers on home exercise programs, safety, and equipment use to promote continuity of care.

• o Advocate for patient needs within the care team and ensure culturally sensitive communication.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance

o Ensures all activities adhere to healthcare regulations and organizational policies.

o Participates in quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.

o Promotes a culture of patient safety which results in the identification and reduction of unsafe practices.

o Adhere to the APTA Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant and comply with all federal, state, and institutional regulations.

o Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives and contribute to documentation audits and peer reviews.

• o Maintain accurate and timely records in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies.
• Professional Growth and Continuing Education

o Completes annual education requirements.

o Maintains competency, as evidenced by completion of competency validation requirements.

o Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments.

o Participates in relevant workshops, seminars, and continuing education courses to stay current with industry trends, healthcare regulations, and best practices.

o Engage in lifelong learning through continuing education, mentorship, and participation in professional organization. o Attend in-service training and contribute to departmental knowledge-sharing.

• o Stay current with clinical practice guidelines from APTA and other relevant bodies.
• Finance

o Promotes stewardship of hospital resources while ensuring quality patient care.

o Support cost-effective care delivery by optimizing resource use and minimizing waste.

o Understand billing procedures and documentation requirements to ensure compliance with payer policies.

• o Contribute to departmental budgeting discussions by identifying equipment and training needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position qualifications

Education

• Associate degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 months experience working in acute care hospital/rehabilitation center setting.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in pediatric or neurodevelopmental rehabilitation preferred.
• Experience working with patients exhibiting behavioral challenges and complex medical needs is highly

desirable.

SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially with children and families.
• Proficiency in therapeutic exercise techniques, sensory integration, and mobility training.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating awareness of team dynamics

• and effective coordination.
• Competence in Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant

• clinical records.
• Adaptability in dynamic clinical environments and responsiveness to behavioral and medical

complexities.

Licensure/Certification

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Texas.
• Additional certifications in physical therapy or behavioral health are a plus.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) from American Heart Association/American Red Cross required, must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from date of hire.
• De-escalation training within 30 days after hire.
• Must maintain current certification in good standing during employment with this facility.