Physical Therapy Assistant/PTA (PRN)

HMG Healthcare · Houston, TX Prn

Job Description

HealthMark Rehabilitation is an inhouse therapy company, serving the Skilled Nursing Facility patients and residents of HMG facilities. We’re currently seeking Physical Therapist Assistant/PTA's to treat residents and short-term patients at our Park Manor of Quail Valley location in Missouri City, TX. 2350 FM 1092 Rd, Missouri City, TX 77459 Responsibilities: Provides therapy services in accordance with physician’s orders and accepted professional practices. Registered therapists, develop an overall therapy plan of care to include: treatment and medical diagnosis warranting skilled intervention, planned duration and frequency to be provided, short and long term goals functional and measurable that support the discharge plan; per standards of practice, and established guidelines. Therapists of all disciplines perform skilled treatments according to established plan of care. Documents observations, patient’s response to skilled interventions/treatment programs, degree of progress and notable changes in patient’s condition within specific timeframes. Completes all documentation required timely and in accordance with state and federal regulations and policies/guidelines. Completes all billing required on the date of the provided skilled services, and in accordance with all state and federal regulations, policies/guidelines. Assist with maintaining both the rehab gym equipment and treatment area in a safe manner, using good infection prevention methods. Requirements: Must hold Texas license/certification for appropriate discipline: PTA. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills. Organizational and analytical skills required. Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers. Demonstrates the skill set of time management and organization Demonstrated ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem-solving and decision making skills. Meet physical requirements to deliver responsibilities. Experience in a geriatric rehabilitation setting preferred. Successful completion of hiring process / background check. If you’re looking for an opportunity to work in a beautiful facility with state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and on a large interdisciplinary team, reach out to learn more about this position. Company Mission Statement: To deliver premier healthcare services, through dedicated and compassionate employees, accommodating the individualized care needs of our patients. (PRN)

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $11.27/hr ($23,442/yr). The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,235/yr

Houston Median $23,442/yr

Experienced (90th) $31,928/yr

vs. National Median -34.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.