Physical Therapist Assistant

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant in Las Vegas, NM

Your Growth Matters:

We believe in nurturing your professional growth every step of the way. As a member of our team, you'll benefit from mentorship, collaborative teamwork, and unwavering support, enabling you to achieve your career goals and thrive in your role.

About Us:

At Southwest Physical and Sports Therapy, we are more than just a rehab therapy provider; we are passionate about delivering top-notch services with innovation and compassion. Our mission is to empower our therapists to make a meaningful impact on patient lives while fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Why Southwest Physical and Sports Therapy?

At Southwest Physical and Sports Therapy, we offer unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. You'll have exposure to a diverse patient population and the chance to deliver individualized, innovative, and specialized care to our community. Our exceptional benefits package includes:

●      Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period (?).

●      Total Rewards Program, including employee wellness programs, fitness discounts, generous paid time off, parental leave, retirement plans, life insurance, and more.

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about aiding in the total rehabilitation needs of patients? We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at Southwest Physical and Sports Therapy. In this role, you'll be responsible for maintaining quality care in compliance with physician orders and APTA guidelines, assisting the physical therapist in complex procedures, and performing treatments according to established programs. You'll play a crucial role in observing, recording, and reporting patient conditions to ensure the highest level of care.

Responsibilities:

●      Treat patients as referred by the physician, following established care plans.

●      Record patient progress in charts and report orally to the physical therapist.

●      Assist the physical therapist as needed during treatments.

●      Report any changes in patient condition or progress to the physical therapist.

●      Participate in providing learning experiences for physical therapist assistant students.

●      Comply with safety, infection control, and universal precautions policies.

●      Coordinate physical therapy objectives with nursing services when necessary.

●      Maintain proficiency in clerical duties.

Qualifications:

●      License to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of New Mexico.

●      One- or two-years’ experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred, but new graduates will be considered.

●      Knowledge of physical therapy procedures.

●      Ability to learn new procedures and techniques.