Physical Therapy Assistant Home Health

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! The Physical Therapy Assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patients reaction to treatment and any changes in patients condition.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patients clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an associates degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• Approved as a physical therapist assistant by the Physical Therapy Board
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification
• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.