Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Home Health

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, youll contribute to our success by promoting Elara Carings philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of care. You will perform direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patients physician to ensure quality and continuity of care. Duties include following the Plan of Care as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, verifying the Plan prior to each visit, and providing care according to physicians orders, assessment data, and standards and guidelines.

• Incorporate patient care goals established in the Plan of Care into therapy care.
• Instruct patients and/or families in the appropriate and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices.
• Instruct patients and caregivers in home therapy programs.
• Work in physically demanding, high-stress environments and perform lifts, transfers, and handling patients.
• Adhere to the State Practice Act Guidelines.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association.
• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.
• 6+ months experience preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel within branch coverage area (up to 50%).
• Must have dependable vehicle, valid drivers license, and current auto insurance per state laws.