Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Administers therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities according to the physical therapy plan of care. Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to learn and improve functional activity, such as pre-ambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities. Observes patients during treatments, assesses, and compiles data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress, and reports verbally or in writing to the physical therapist; may communicate updates to physicians.

Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs.

• Associate’s Degree from an approved program for Physical Therapist Assistants
• Current Texas State Licensure (PTA)
• American Heart Association BLS certification
• Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered

St. Luke’s Health–Brazosport Hospital is located on a beautiful, 25-acre campus in Lake Jackson, Texas. Offering state-of-the-art diagnostic and comprehensive treatment services, our hospital is home to a 154-bed patient tower, level III trauma center, advanced cardiac care center, and full-service, multidisciplinary cancer center. Our team consists of over 100 board-certified physicians and nearly 600 highly skilled team members to meet our patients’ medical needs.

South Brazoria County’s premier healthcare system, St. Luke’s Health–Brazosport Hospital is dedicated to providing quality care with compassion for the communities we serve.

$25.30 - $35.74 /hour