Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Physical Therapy Assistant? At HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast, 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.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast, 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 free 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.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance 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)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant in the Skilled Nursing Facility Rehab Center like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) is responsible for performing treatment programs developed by the Physical Therapist, documenting treatment, attending team meetings, and participating in continuing education.

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  Appropriate treatment programs can include, but are not limited to: range of motion, strengthening, sensory/exercise activities, modalities, gait training, balance/sensorimotor reeducation, burn/wound care, development of home exercise program and training in treatment program. Treatment should be coordinated with team members and other medical needs.
• PTA is also responsible for providing an inservice for appropriate staff after attending an approved continuing education opportunity.
• PTA is responsible for attending continuing education opportunities provided by the hospital, department, or outside sources. Completion of 2.0 CEUs or 20 contact hours of continuing education to renew P.T.A. license is required every two years. Attendance at all mandatory inservices for the hospital and department is required. A current CPR certification is required.
• PTA is responsible for maintaining daily attendance records and charges for each patient. Confidentiality of all patient records is required. Patient / family education will be documented.
• PTA is responsible for maintaining effective communication with all team members, family, patient, and other medical staff as indicated. Attendance and participation at team meetings and department meetings is required to discuss the patient's condition, progression, plans and goals. PTA is responsible for consulting with physicians, Physical Therapists, and other team members as indicated regarding requests and / or suggestions.
• PTA is responsible for performing the treatment program with each assigned patient as developed by an Physical Therapist. Treatment should be implemented within the specified timeframe and should be appropriate for the developmental needs, diagnosis, and goals set.
• PTA is to complete all documentation within the specified timeframe. All documentation will be completed in accordance with department and hospital policies and procedures. Progress reports will be completed on all patients within the specified timeframe. The documentation will contain appropriate subjective and objective information which provides a clear statement of the treatment given, the patient's response to and tolerance of the treatment, and any progress noted.
• Expectations Ethics and Compliance 1. All employees will be held accountable for behaviors displayed relative to the values articulated in the Mission and Values Statement. “Will act with absolute honest, integrity and fairness in the way we conduct our business and the way we live our lives.” 2. All employees will be held accountable for attending training regarding the Code of Conduct program at least annually.
• Treatment should be coordinated with team members and other medical needs. PTA is responsible for securing the necessary supplies from the department for treatment. Compliance with all safety, infection control, and quality assurance policies and procedures is required. Confidentiality of the patient and treatment is required. Appropriate communication with the Physical Therapists is required.

What qualifications you will need:

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  Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) in The State of Texas
• Associate Degree
• Requires graduation from an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• One year of LPTA experience is preferred.

This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast is a full-service 340+ bed acute care hospital in Pasadena, Texas. We have been a leader of medical care in Pasadena for more than 50 years. With board-certified physicians, registered nurses and expert technicians, the community has come to rely on us for top-quality, comprehensive and compassionate healthcare. HCA Houston Southeast is the only hospital in Pasadena with both Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation by the American College of Cardiology and full accreditation by The Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. 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.

"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 Assistant - SNF Rehab opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

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.