Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA, Home Health

Physical Therapist Assistant / PTAOffice Location: Desoto, TXPosition: Physical Therapist AssistantPosition Type: Full-TimeRemote/Virtual Position: NoCoverage Area: Ellis CountyFind Your Passion and Purpose as an Physical Therapist AssistantSalary: $81,600 - $99,700 annually based on experienceThis position is paid on a per-point basis. The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate of annual compensation. Schedule: Full-TimeWhat You Need to KnowThe Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, is responsible for providing treatment to patients, functioning as a member of the interdisciplinary team. The Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant provides patient and family education and counseling regarding concerns, planning, implementing and modifying treatment procedures, and maintains appropriate documentation according to policies and procedures and current standards of practice. The Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant manages a caseload in conjunction with supervising therapist and in accordance with agency productivity standards, attends and participates in patient and other conferences and agency in-services as assigned.Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant QualificationsAssociate degree from an accredited school of Physical TherapyHave a valid license, registration, or permit to practice in state of agency operationMust possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical roleMust be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locationsBe able to implement care plans and communicate any findings or changes in regards to patients back to the Physical Therapist and physicianAbility to educate patients and their families in basic home safety and medical equipment safetyLicensed Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities:Provide patient care and document treatment in accordance with physicians orders, agency policy and patient needsDocument appropriate interventions, approaches, strategies, materials and establishing treatment prioritiesProvide organized and efficient patient treatment which includes advising, educating and counseling patientsPresent pertinent patient information to supervising therapist and keeps team informed of patient statusProvide appropriate skilled treatment to patients according to patient needs and within the parameters set by the agency and payerSeek and accept assistance from team members in treatment planning and interventionAccurately document, complete and submit daily notes, assist with other required forms in a timely manner to prevent interruptions in patient careMeet agency productivity standards and use work hours efficientlyAttend and participate in agency meetings and committees as assignedAppropriately negotiate patients' participation in treatment, treatment times and treatment plansLicensed Physical Therapist Assistant BenefitsMedical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off and paid holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesCompany-matching 401(k)Flexible spending and health savings accountsWellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation appPrograms to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employeesCompany store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employeesAnd more!Why AccentCare?Come As You AreAt AccentCare, you're part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.