Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Full Time

Position Overview
The

Physical Therapy Assistant

Full Time

is a licensed professional who performs physical therapy treatments in accordance with agency policies under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
Schedule: Full Time Monday-Friday
Territory: Gwinnett County
Essential Duties:
Administers physical therapy to patients following the Plan of Care developed by the Physician and Physical Therapist.
Evaluates and documents effectiveness of physical therapy services to the patient and his/her response to treatment.
Assesses the home environment to identify safety hazards on a continued basis. Recommends changes in the environment that eliminate or reduce these hazards.
Recognizes and identifies need for initiation of services from other disciplines or resources. Documents these needs, communicates with supervisor and refers to other disciplines/resources as needed.
Assesses social, emotional and physical factors within the patient’s home that affect patient care and response to plan of treatment, communicates these factors to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and identifies problems related to patient’s response to treatment and assists in modifying the Plan of Care.
Reports any adverse changes in the patient’s condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and/or Care Manager.
Completes daily assignments within a reasonable and acceptable time frame.
Attends inservices and continuing education programs in an effort to keep skills up to date.
Maintains sound privacy and security practices and prevents privacy or security breaches. If a breach occurs, corrective action will be taken.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Requirements:
Current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of GA
Graduate of an accredited School for Physical Therapy Assistants.
Preferably one year of clinical experience in a home health care setting.
Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time positions)
Aveanna offers benefits designed to support you

inside and outside of work , including:
Competitive pay
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies
401(k) with Company match
Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts
Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses
Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Our Mission
Our mission is to

revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time . We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.
HHH
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.
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